B76/100
YOUNGSTOWN CITY PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 130,530 people · Ohio
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
OH5002303
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 62.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.007 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 YOUNGSTOWN CITY PWS
Is YOUNGSTOWN CITY PWS water safe to drink?
YOUNGSTOWN CITY PWS water receives a grade of B (76/100), which is considered good. Out of 77 contaminants tested, 2 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has YOUNGSTOWN CITY PWS detected?
77 contaminants were tested in YOUNGSTOWN CITY PWS's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), PFOS. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does YOUNGSTOWN CITY PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, YOUNGSTOWN CITY PWS has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does YOUNGSTOWN CITY PWS serve?
YOUNGSTOWN CITY PWS serves approximately 130,530 people, Ohio.
What type of water does YOUNGSTOWN CITY PWS provide?
YOUNGSTOWN CITY PWS sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is OH5002303.
How does YOUNGSTOWN CITY PWS compare to other utilities in Ohio?
YOUNGSTOWN CITY PWS scores 76/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Ohio state page for a full comparison of water systems.