Water Quality in Painesville, OH (44086)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 44086.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation 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 86% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
2,457
Population
19
Water Systems
35
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (19)
Lake County West Water Subdistrict
All resolvedAqua Ohio - Mentor
All resolvedSan.Engr,Eastlake Water Subdis
Lake County East Water Subdistrict
Aqua Ohio - Ashtabula
Painesville City Pws
San.Engr,West Water Subdist.
Ohio Water Service,Lee/Geneva
San.Engr,East Water Subdist.
Grand River Valley Koa
Principal,Thompson Elem School
Rustic Pines Mhc
All resolvedThompson Methodist Church
1 health-basedHidden Valley Golf Cours
Thompson Center Market Pws
Stockers By Anne
Hemly Hardware Pws
All resolvedHeritage Hills Rv Park Llc
All resolvedHidden Valley Golf Club
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Painesville (44086) has more violations than 86% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 35.
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.
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.