A95/100
WINCHESTER PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,052 people · Ohio
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
OH0100603
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 24, 2024 – November 6, 2024Enforcement: 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 WINCHESTER PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM
Is WINCHESTER PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
WINCHESTER PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of A (95/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has WINCHESTER PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM detected?
1 contaminants were tested in WINCHESTER PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WINCHESTER PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, WINCHESTER PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other.
How many people does WINCHESTER PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM serve?
WINCHESTER PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 1,052 people, Ohio.
What type of water does WINCHESTER PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM provide?
WINCHESTER PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is OH0100603.
How does WINCHESTER PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Ohio?
WINCHESTER PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM scores 95/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Ohio state page for a full comparison of water systems.