Water Quality in Kent, OH (44231)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 44231.
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 72% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
8,215
Population
18
Water Systems
13
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (18)
Kent City Pws
Garrettsville Village Pws
Bil-Mar Foods Of Ohio Inc.
Bil-Mar Foods Of Ohio Inc
Nelson Ledges Estates Mhp
1 health-basedSt. Joseph Church-Mantua
All resolvedKool Lakes Family Campground-Shower
Church Of Troy
Nelson Ledges Auction
Nelson Ledges Road Course
Kool Lakes Family Campground-Clubhouse
Hermann Pickle Company
Manager,Homestead Manor Mhp
Troy Baptist Church
Scout Ridge School
Harrison Machine & Plastic Corp
Travelers Woods No 1 South Pws
Travelers Woods No. 1 North Pws
Contaminants Found
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Kent (44231) has more violations than 72% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 13.
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.