Water System Report OH

Wapakoneta City

EPA ID: OH0600712 · 11,000 people served · 4 ZIP codes

Across every monitored period in the past five years, Wapakoneta City reported no EPA violations for its service population of 11,000.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

D · 50
Avg Safety Score
11,000
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.002 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$107K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Wapakoneta City Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$73,774
Median Household Income
18,637
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
68%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Wapakoneta City serves a community with a median household income of $73,774 and an estimated 18,637 residents across its service area. Approximately 68% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Wapakoneta City's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Auglaize County, Ohio rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

69 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
15 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 82% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $900
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

System Overview

WAPAKONETA CITY (EPA ID: OH0600712) is a community water system in Ohio that serves approximately 11,000 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: D (50/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
45895 0.002 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 3 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Wapakoneta City (OH0600712) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wapakoneta City water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Wapakoneta City has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Wapakoneta City serve?

Wapakoneta City serves approximately 11,000 people across 4 ZIP codes in Ohio.

Where does Wapakoneta City get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
58

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

89
Confirmed Lead
4
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
4,204
Confirmed Non-Lead

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2025-07-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 11,000
Reported to Ohio

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Wapakoneta City safe to drink?
Wapakoneta City has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Wapakoneta City meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Wapakoneta City serve?
Wapakoneta City serves approximately 11,000 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Wapakoneta City's water source?
Wapakoneta City draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Wapakoneta City's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.002 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Wapakoneta City's service area?
The Wapakoneta City service area has a median household income of $73,774. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Wapakoneta City get its water?
Wapakoneta City's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

Contact your utility

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