C49/100
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA A PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 16,551 people · Ohio
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
OH2903412
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.37 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1998.
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 WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA A PWS
Is WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA A PWS water safe to drink?
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA A PWS water receives a grade of C (49/100), which is considered fair. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 8 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA A PWS detected?
67 contaminants were tested in WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA A PWS's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA A PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA A PWS has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1998. Violation types include MR, MCL. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA A PWS serve?
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA A PWS serves approximately 16,551 people, Ohio.
What type of water does WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA A PWS provide?
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA A PWS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is OH2903412.
How does WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA A PWS compare to other utilities in Ohio?
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA A PWS scores 49/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Ohio state page for a full comparison of water systems.