Water Quality in Painesville, OH (44060)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 44060.
Past Health-Based Violations
1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 4 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 53% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
60,779
Population
24
Water Systems
5
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (24)
Lake County West Water Subdistrict
All resolvedAqua Ohio - Mentor
All resolvedSan.Engr,Eastlake Water Subdis
Lake County East Water Subdistrict
Painesville City Pws
San.Engr,West Water Subdist.
San.Engr,East Water Subdist.
Aqua Ohio - Seneca
Aqua Ohio - Shepard Hills Pws
Aqua Ohio - Auburn Lakes Pws
All resolvedAqua Ohio - Norlick
1 health-basedSt. Andrews Episcopal Church
Mentor Drive-In
Mgr,Lloyd'S Water Delivery
El Caro & Lous Rest-Motel
Mentor Ridge Farms Association Pws
Shadybrook House
Mil-Rich Mobile Home Park
Kirtland Hills Vlg Hall
Red Oak Camp
Holden-Lantern Court
Rehberg'S Bar
Lake Co. Historical Soc.
Stafast Corporation (Sc4670922)
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Painesville (44060) has more violations than 53% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 5.
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.