Water Quality in SPRINGFIELD, OH (45501)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 45501.
59
Total Violations
3
Health-Based
56
Monitoring / Reporting
59
Resolved
What does this mean?
59 of 59 violations have been resolved. 3 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 56 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (59 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 26, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 26, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 26, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 7, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 7, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 7, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(6)
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
20
Groundwater Rule
20
Groundwater Rule
20
2023(4)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
How Does This Compare?
SPRINGFIELD (45501) has 59 recorded violations, including 3 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
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.