Water Quality in Defiance, OH (43556)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 43556.
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.
1,670
Population
9
Water Systems
7
Violations (5yr)
6
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (9)
Defiance City
6 health-basedSherwood Village
All resolvedFairview Middle/High School
Farmer Elementary School
St John Lutheran Church-Sherwood
St Stephens Cath Church
St Johns Lutheran Church
Lee'S Dairy Bar
Bairs Coffee Shop
Contaminants Found
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Defiance (43556) 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.