Water Quality in ALGER, OH (45812)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 45812.
10
Total Violations
4
Health-Based
6
Monitoring / Reporting
5
Resolved
What does this mean?
5 of 10 violations have been resolved. 4 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 6 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 (10 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jul 13, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jul 13, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jul 13, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jul 13, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 24, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 16, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 16, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(7)
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2024(1)
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
How Does This Compare?
ALGER (45812) has 10 recorded violations, including 4 health-based. 5 remain unresolved. 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.