Water Quality in COLUMBUS, OH (43201)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 43201.
17
Total Violations
5
Health-Based
12
Monitoring / Reporting
12
Resolved
What does this mean?
12 of 17 violations have been resolved. 5 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 12 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.
Violations Detail (17 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 29, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 19, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 24, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 24, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 27, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jul 20, 2023 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jul 20, 2023 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jul 20, 2023 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 4, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(4)
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
2023(5)
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
How Does This Compare?
COLUMBUS (43201) has 17 recorded violations, including 5 health-based. 5 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.
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.