Water Quality in Defiance, OH (43548)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 43548.
Past Health-Based Violations
6 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There is also 1 monitoring/reporting violation.
More violations than 60% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
832
Population
10
Water Systems
7
Violations (5yr)
6
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (10)
Defiance City
6 health-basedGlandorf Rod & Gun Club
St Joseph Catholic Church Pws
J & Ws Country Corner Pws
Vfw Post 8847
Pleasant Bend U M Church
Heads Or Tails Tavern Ltd
Emanuels Christian Church
All resolvedNew Bavaria Village Park
Principal,Sacred Heart School
Contaminants Found
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Defiance (43548) has more violations than 60% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 7.
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.
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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.