Monitoring Violations OH

Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System

EPA ID: OH1100712 · 1,644 people served · 1 ZIP code

Within the EPA compliance database, Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System shows 1 violation still pending resolution — a status that applies across the full service territory of approximately 1,644 people and reflects findings that have not yet cleared the federal enforcement process or received formal closure.

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

C · 68
Avg Safety Score
1,644
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0019 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
1
Contaminants Flagged
$215K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$68,141
Median Household Income
4,972
Service Area Population
10%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
66%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System serves a community with a median household income of $68,141 and an estimated 4,972 residents across its service area. Approximately 66% 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

Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Champaign 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

49 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
21 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 70% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Ohio

C 3 violations
C 2 violations
Forest Village
1,652 people
D 3 violations
B 4 violations
D 11 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,400 (one-time) vs. $5,000 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System (EPA ID: OH1100712) is a community water system in Ohio that serves approximately 1,644 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 43044 in Mechanicsburg.

Average Home Safety Score: C (68/100)

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

Violation History

1 monitoring/reporting violation recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
43044 0.0019 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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by OH or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

  • 43044 — Mechanicsburg

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System (OH1100712) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System water safe to drink?

Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System serve?

Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System serves approximately 1,644 people across 1 ZIP code in Ohio.

Where does Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

1
Confirmed Lead
35
Galvanized — Replacement Required
413
Unknown Material
207
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 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,644
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 Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System safe to drink?
Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System has a C safety grade based on 1 recorded violation. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System serve?
Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System serves approximately 1,644 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System's water source?
Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0019 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System's service area?
The Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System service area has a median household income of $68,141. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System get its water?
Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

Contact your utility

Mechanicsburg Village Public Water System (EPA ID: OH1100712) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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