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Bowersville Village Public Water System

EPA ID: OH2900212 · 360 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Bowersville Village Public Water System carries 1 open EPA violation that remain unresolved in the federal system — approximately 360 people fall within its service area.

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

D · 52
Avg Safety Score
360
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0019 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
1
Contaminants Flagged
$97K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$50,841
Median Household Income
603
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
45th
Poverty Percentile
45th
Energy Burden Percentile
80%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Bowersville Village Public Water System serves a community with a median household income of $50,841 and an estimated 603 residents across its service area. Approximately 80% 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

Bowersville 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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Clinton 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

99 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Bowersville Village Public Water System compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 1 exceeds state limits.

State limits: PFOA: 0.012 ppt, PFOS: 0.012 ppt, PFBS: 2.1 ppt, PFHxS: 0.14 ppt, HFPO-DA: 0.7 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

Comparable Water Systems

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C 10 violations
B 4 violations
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
PFAS Treatment $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,500

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.)

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,500 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

BOWERSVILLE VILLAGE PWS (EPA ID: OH2900212) is a community water system in Ohio that serves approximately 360 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: D (52/100)

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

Violation History

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

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
December 11, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved

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 2 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
45307 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.

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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 Bowersville Village Public Water System (OH2900212) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bowersville Village Public Water System water safe to drink?

Bowersville 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 Bowersville Village Public Water System serve?

Bowersville Village Public Water System serves approximately 360 people across 2 ZIP codes in Ohio.

Where does Bowersville 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
147
Unknown Material
21
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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 360
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 Bowersville Village Public Water System safe to drink?
Bowersville Village Public Water System has a D safety grade based on 2 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Bowersville 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 Bowersville Village Public Water System serve?
Bowersville Village Public Water System serves approximately 360 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Bowersville Village Public Water System's water source?
Bowersville Village Public Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Bowersville 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 Bowersville Village Public Water System's service area?
The Bowersville Village Public Water System service area has a median household income of $50,841. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Bowersville Village Public Water System get its water?
Bowersville 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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Bowersville Village Public Water System (EPA ID: OH2900212) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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