D39/100
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA B PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 11,034 people · Ohio
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
OH2903312
Violations
13
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.44 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
PFHxS | 0.018 µg/L | 0.010 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.014 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2013.
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 B PWS
Is WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA B PWS water safe to drink?
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA B PWS water receives a grade of D (39/100), which is considered poor. 4 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 13 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA B PWS detected?
67 contaminants were tested in WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA B PWS's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFHxS, PFOA, Copper (90th percentile). 4 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA B PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA B PWS has 13 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2013. Violation types include MR, MCL. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA B PWS serve?
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA B PWS serves approximately 11,034 people, Ohio.
What type of water does WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA B PWS provide?
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA B PWS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is OH2903312.
How does WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA B PWS compare to other utilities in Ohio?
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB AREA B PWS scores 39/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Ohio state page for a full comparison of water systems.