Water Quality in Lorain, OH (44851)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 44851.
Past Health-Based Violations
1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 10 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 68% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
5,038
Population
20
Water Systems
11
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (20)
Rural Lorain Co. Water A
All resolvedElyria Water Department
All resolvedLorain City Pws
North Ridgeville City Pws
Ashland City
Northern Ohio Rural Water
Norwalk City Pws
All resolvedNew London Village Plant 1
New London Village Pws
1 health-basedBartels Restaurant
Ash'S Grocery
Mgr,N.London Shell Wtr. Hauler
Fitchville Primary School
Fitchville Methodist Church
Freedom Valley Next Generation Llc
All resolvedMillstone Hills Golf
Olena Community Hall
Fitchville Conservation League
Fitchville Market
Mgr, Maier Motel
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
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?
Lorain (44851) has more violations than 68% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 11.
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.
Whole House Carbon Filter
A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.
Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 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.