Water Quality in Lima, OH (45844)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 45844.
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 72% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
3,059
Population
24
Water Systems
13
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (24)
Lima City
2 health-basedJennings Local School
St Joseph Catholic Church - Ft Jennings
Ft. Jennings Mem. Hall
Ft Jennings Elementary School
Knotty Pine Inn
Fort Jennings Community Park
Ft.Jennings City Park/Hp
5 Span Vacation Land
Big Bear Campground
Next Door Restaurant
Sandy Point Lake Campground Pws
American Legion Post 715- Fort Jennings
All resolvedMgr,Fort Jennings State Bank
Mgr Frank Metzger Mig Camp
Ft Jennings Oil Station
Lp Vetter Builders Supply
Fort Jennings Elevator
Faith Missionary Baptist Church
H&M Machine Shop Inc
Gerker Bp Oil Station
Ken Unverferth Mig Camp #2
The Fort
Jennings School Athletic Building
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Lima (45844) has more violations than 72% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 13.
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.
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.