Water Quality in Kent, OH (44203)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 44203.
Active Health Violations
5 health-based violations 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 93% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
38,701
Population
86
Water Systems
65
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (86)
Akron City Pws
1 health-basedCuyahoga Falls City Pws
1 health-basedMedina Co/Northwest Pws
Barberton City
Wooster City Pws
Medina City Pws
Wadsworth City Pws
Summit Swim Club
Kenston High School
Norton Middle School
Brentwood Public Water System
Kenston Middle School
Syngenta Flowers Inc.
Arbys Rest-Greenwich Road
Kis School
Grace Brethren Church - Norton
Pleasant Hill Baptist Church & Preschool
All resolvedTimmons Elementary School
Sherman Elementary School
Margroff'S Custard Stand
Ascot Drive-In Theatre-Mgr.
Belgrade Gardens-South
Grill Elementary School
Schmiddys At The Lake
Brookside Country Club
Kenston Board Of Education Pws
Church Of The Nazarene
The Lake Campground
Grace United Ch Of Christ Of Loyal Oak
Norton Baptist Church
Gala Drive In Theater
Abc Country Camping And Cabins
The Lake - Well 2
Nest Theater
B & W Construction Co.
Loyal Oak Country Store
Trinity Lutheran Church-L. Oak
Wils Grille And Pub
Houseman Iga Grocery
Tomasos Italian Villa
1 health-basedGardiner Center
Day Breaker'S Pws
Club Desirees Pws
Cozy Ridge Camp-Upper Pws
Fathers House Church Pws
Silver Creek Christian Church Pws
Charger Lanes Pws
Joe'S Fat Boys Pizza Inc.
Wolf Creek Winery
All resolvedAris Horticulture Inc.
Emanuel United Church Of Christ - Doyles
Old Stone Jail
Biggins Big Dip Pws
Rockys Drive Thru
Hametown Baptist Church School
1 health-basedThe Lake Campground - Bathhouse
Leisure Lake Park-Camp
Norton 21
Loyal Oak Lake Pk-Well#3
Hi-Way Distributing Corp
Sherman Meats
Gasoline Alley
Houston Hall
1 health-basedCity Of Norton-Administr
Norton Pub
Oui Inc Plaza Pws
Sherman Provision
All resolvedIdeal Nursing Home
Houston Pub Pws
United Fellowship Club
All resolvedRubber Associates
Nicolards Day Care
Cozy Ridge Camp-Lower Pws
Chasin Sevens Pws
Lawson Store 5130
Woodbine Office Building
Ohio Edison Barberton Line
Loyal Oak Auto Service
Loyal Oak Golf Crse-4t
Wade Ford
Bp Oil Station
Loyal Oak Golf Crse-24t
Mgr,Ohio Dairyland Cheese Co
Loyal Oak Sparkle Market
Loyal Oak Golf Course-17f Pws
Loyal Oak Golf Crse-14t
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Kent (44203) has more violations than 93% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 65.
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
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.