Water Quality in Kent, OH (44306)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 44306.
Active Health Violations
2 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 60% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
20,905
Population
22
Water Systems
7
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (22)
Akron City Pws
1 health-basedCuyahoga Falls City Pws
1 health-basedOdot Rest Area 4-10 Pws
Odot Rest Area 4-36
Odot Rest Area 4-35 Pws
Odot Rest Area 4-31 Pws
Odot Rest Area 4-32 Pws
Springfield Baptist Church-Community Ctr
Odot Rest Area 4-42 Pws
Odot-Rest Area 4-43 Pws
Odot-Rest Area 4-44 Pws
Roberts Express, Inc
Roberts Express Service
Airport Vfw #8975 Pws
Lakeside Terrace Mobile Home P
Main Street Ventures Plaza Pws
Chips Pizza And Chicken Pws
Schott Metal Products
Schott Metal Products
Gas & Oil #15 Pws
Chips Pizza
Coventry Estates M.H.Pk.
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Kent (44306) has more violations than 60% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 7.
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
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.