Water Quality in Kent, OH (44685)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 44685.
Active Health Violations
4 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 79% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
28,794
Population
66
Water Systems
20
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (66)
Akron City Pws
1 health-basedCanton Public Water System
All resolvedAqua Ohio - Massillon Pws
Canton Water Dept-Sugarcreek
Oh.Water Ser.Co.,Massillon
Cuyahoga Falls City Pws
1 health-basedMcdonalds Restaurant - Wooster
Beiler'S Penn Dutch Market Pws
Greenwood Elementary Sch
Dusty Armadillo
All resolvedUniontown Elementary School
Parkside Church-Green Campus
Wendys-Hartville Pws
Akron Canton Jellystone Park
Quik Shop Food Mart
Queen Of Heaven Church
Der Dutch Cupboard
Mayfair Country Club
Green Gable Restaurant
Don Pancho'S Restaurant
Raintree Golf Course
All resolvedBreezeway B&K Root Beer
Clearwater Park, Ltd. Camp Pws
Uniontown Ch. Of Christ
Wendys-Canton Road Pws
Green Valley Methodist
New Baltimore Ice Cream
All resolvedWalkers Restaurant
Der Dutch Cupboard
Mayfair Christian School Pws
All resolvedPump It Up Pws
Bob'S Orchard Inn
Ye Old Colonial Bakery
Clearwater Park Inc-Beach & Pk
Hearthstone Family Practice
Jordan'S Restaurant
Lawson Store #5114
Maces Mobile Estates Pws
Wendy'S-Arlington Road Pws
Hillwood Chapel
Comdoc
Adventure Place Daycare
Orchard Inn
Comdoc, Inc.
Oddmall Outpost
Thomas Digiacento
Lawson'S Store 5327
Trinity Church Of Nazarene
Parkside Church Family Center-Green Camp
J.A. Conley Company
Lake Schools Bus Garage Pws
Uniontown United Methodist Ch.
Gentzler Tool And Die Co
Diebold, Inc
Gulf Station
Akron Savings & Loan Co.
Mcafee Tool And Die, Inc
2 health-basedBledde'S Market
Mgr,Tiny Tots Day Care Center
Dairy Mart-Uniontown
Executive Place
Greentown Cafe Pws
Lake Water & Sewer District
Wendy'S - Graham Rd Pws
Uniontown Bp
Smithvill Mobile Home Pa
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2023
How Does This Compare?
Kent (44685) has more violations than 79% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 20.
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.