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Sugar Grove Village Public Water System

EPA ID: OH2302112 · 426 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Federal monitoring records confirm Sugar Grove Village Public Water System has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window — covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 426 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

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

C · 58
Avg Safety Score
426
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0029 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$231K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$74,656
Median Household Income
4,583
Service Area Population
31%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
65th
Energy Burden Percentile
61%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Sugar Grove Village Public Water System serves a community with a median household income of $74,656 and an estimated 4,583 residents across its service area. Approximately 61% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 31% 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.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Sugar Grove 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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
25th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
15 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 78% of expected lifespan used End of life

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C 0 violations
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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 $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.

System Overview

SUGAR GROVE VILLAGE PWS (EPA ID: OH2302112) is a community water system in Ohio that serves approximately 426 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (58/100)

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
43155 0.0029 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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Sugar Grove Village Public Water System (OH2302112) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sugar Grove Village Public Water System water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Sugar Grove Village Public Water System has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Sugar Grove Village Public Water System serve?

Sugar Grove Village Public Water System serves approximately 426 people across 2 ZIP codes in Ohio.

Where does Sugar Grove 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:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
184
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 426
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 Sugar Grove Village Public Water System safe to drink?
Sugar Grove Village Public Water System has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Sugar Grove Village Public Water System meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Sugar Grove Village Public Water System serve?
Sugar Grove Village Public Water System serves approximately 426 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Sugar Grove Village Public Water System's water source?
Sugar Grove Village Public Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Sugar Grove Village Public Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0029 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Sugar Grove Village Public Water System's service area?
The Sugar Grove Village Public Water System service area has a median household income of $74,656. EPA EJScreen data classifies 31% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Sugar Grove Village Public Water System get its water?
Sugar Grove 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.

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3

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