F0/100
STEUBENVILLE, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 17,000 people · Ohio
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
OH4102411
Violations
52
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 130.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Nitrite
When: April 3, 2025Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Violation related to Nitrate
When: January 1, 2024 – January 17, 2024Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About STEUBENVILLE, CITY OF
Is STEUBENVILLE, CITY OF water safe to drink?
STEUBENVILLE, CITY OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 52 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has STEUBENVILLE, CITY OF detected?
70 contaminants were tested in STEUBENVILLE, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does STEUBENVILLE, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, STEUBENVILLE, CITY OF has 52 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include TT, MCL, MR. 22 are health-based violations.
How many people does STEUBENVILLE, CITY OF serve?
STEUBENVILLE, CITY OF serves approximately 17,000 people, Ohio.
What type of water does STEUBENVILLE, CITY OF provide?
STEUBENVILLE, CITY OF sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is OH4102411.
How does STEUBENVILLE, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Ohio?
STEUBENVILLE, CITY OF scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Ohio state page for a full comparison of water systems.