Water Quality in PAINESVILLE, OH (44077)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 44077.
91
Total Violations
3
Health-Based
88
Monitoring / Reporting
89
Resolved
What does this mean?
89 of 91 violations have been resolved. 3 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 88 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 (91 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Dec 24, 2024 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Dec 24, 2024 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Dec 24, 2024 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Dec 24, 2024 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 17, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 17, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(20)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
2023(9)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Public Notice
75
How Does This Compare?
PAINESVILLE (44077) has 91 recorded violations, including 3 health-based. 2 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.
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
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.