Water Quality in NEWARK, OH (43055)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 43055.

154

Total Violations

13

Health-Based

141

Monitoring / Reporting

142

Resolved

What does this mean?

142 of 154 violations have been resolved. 13 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 141 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.

Water systems: 88 Population served: 65,208

Violations Detail (154 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ASep 24, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 23, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AMay 15, 2025ActiveSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AMay 15, 2025ActiveSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(17)

Public Notice

75

Sep 24Active

Public Notice

75

Jul 23Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jun 30Resolved

E. COLI

34

May 15Active

E. COLI

34

May 15Active

E. COLI

34

May 15Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 22Active

2024(14)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 22Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 15Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 25Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 19Active

How Does This Compare?

NEWARK (43055) has 154 recorded violations, including 13 health-based. 12 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.

Reverse Osmosis System

One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.

Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids

Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified

UV Water Purifier

Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.

Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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