Current Noncompliance OH

Chagrin Falls Village Public Water System

EPA ID: OH1800212 ยท 4,991 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Chagrin Falls Village Public Water System (OH1800212): 2 unresolved EPA violations on record. EPA compliance records for Chagrin Falls Village Public Water System show 2 unresolved violations - findings that remain open and are tracked at the federal level, covering a service territory of approximately 4,991 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 66
Avg Safety Score
4,991
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
1
Contaminants Flagged
$470K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$152,213
Median Household Income
16,559
Service Area Population
49%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
74%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Chagrin Falls Village Public Water System serves a community with a median household income of $152,213 and an estimated 16,559 residents across its service area. Approximately 74% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 49% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Chagrin Falls Village Public Water System's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

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

Infrastructure Risk

62 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
3 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 95% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Chagrin Falls Village Public Water System compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Ohio

Put-in-bay Village
5,000 people
3 violations
C 0 violations
C 1 violation
F 17 violations
Byesville
5,104 people
9 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

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 $1,600 (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

Chagrin Falls Village Public Water System (EPA ID: OH1800212) is a community water system in Ohio that serves approximately 4,991 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 44022 in Chagrin Falls.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (66/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 1 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

2 current noncompliance records in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 2 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
February 19, 2026 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
September 27, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)

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 3 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

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

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Chagrin Falls Village Public Water System (OH1800212) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chagrin Falls Village Public Water System water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 2 current noncompliance records and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Chagrin Falls Village Public Water System serve?

Chagrin Falls Village Public Water System serves approximately 4,991 people across 1 ZIP code in Ohio.

Where does Chagrin Falls Village Public Water System get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
174

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) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Chagrin Falls Village Public Water System safe to drink?
Chagrin Falls Village Public Water System has a C safety grade based on 3 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Chagrin Falls 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 Chagrin Falls Village Public Water System serve?
Chagrin Falls Village Public Water System serves approximately 4,991 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Chagrin Falls Village Public Water System's water source?
Chagrin Falls Village Public Water System draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Chagrin Falls Village Public Water System's service area?
The Chagrin Falls Village Public Water System service area has a median household income of $152,213. EPA EJScreen data classifies 49% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Chagrin Falls Village Public Water System get its water?
Chagrin Falls Village Public Water System's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Chagrin Falls Village Public Water System: 3 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/oh1800212/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Chagrin Falls Village Public Water System (EPA ID: OH1800212) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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