Water Quality in Columbus, OH (43215)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 43215.
Active Health Violations
4 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 94% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
17,836
Population
28
Water Systems
80
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (28)
Columbus Public Water System
Columbus-Hap Cremean Wtp
Columbus-Dublin Road Wtp
Columbus-Parsons Avenue Wtp
Sanitary District #4
1 health-basedTimberlake Water System
1 health-basedRickenbacker Vicinity Water
7-Eleven #36218 Pws
Mt. Gilead Campground Pws
Leonard Park Pws
1 health-basedFoster Xtra Mart
All resolvedFiremans Park
Columbus Firefighters At
Elam Environmental Center
La Fragua Mexican Restaurant
All resolvedForest Hills Mhp
Traverse Wind Energy, Llc
1 health-basedAir Haven Apartments & Motel
Odot Maintenance Facility
Camp Ken Jockety Pool
Camp Wakatomika Residence Pws
Rickenbacker Firing Range
Franklin County Engineer - Emf Pws
Camp Kilowatt
Camp Wakatomika
Getgo Mart, Inc
Aep Dresden Facility Constr.
Carmel Stop Inc (Mobil)
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Columbus (43215) has more violations than 94% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 80.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.