Current Noncompliance OH

Greene County Eastern Regional Public Water System

EPA ID: OH2906103 ยท 4,800 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Greene County Eastern Regional Public Water System (OH2906103): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. Based on the latest federal compliance data, Greene County Eastern Regional Public Water System has 1 violation that the EPA has not yet closed - those outstanding findings are part of the enforcement record for a utility that delivers water to approximately 4,800 people throughout its service territory.

Data: EPA SDWIS

4,800
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.003 mg/L
Max Lead Level
1
Contaminants Flagged
$197K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Greene County Eastern Regional Public Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$75,327
Median Household Income
40,057
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
69%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Greene County Eastern Regional Public Water System serves a community with a median household income of $75,327 and an estimated 40,057 residents across its service area. Approximately 69% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Greene County Eastern Regional 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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

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

Detected Contaminants

How Greene County Eastern Regional 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

5 violations
1 violation
Lexington Village
4,825 people
4 violations
Coldwater Village
4,774 people
1 violation
0 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

Greene County Eastern Regional Public Water System (EPA ID: OH2906103) is a community water system in Ohio that serves approximately 4,800 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 45385 in Xenia.

Violation History

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

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 0 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 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
January 7, 2026 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 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.003 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.

Need help with your water quality?

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

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Greene County Eastern Regional Public Water System (OH2906103) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greene County Eastern Regional Public Water System water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Greene County Eastern Regional Public Water System serve?

Greene County Eastern Regional Public Water System serves approximately 4,800 people across 1 ZIP code in Ohio.

Where does Greene County Eastern Regional Public Water System 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) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Greene County Eastern Regional 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 Greene County Eastern Regional Public Water System serve?
Greene County Eastern Regional Public Water System serves approximately 4,800 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Greene County Eastern Regional Public Water System's water source?
Greene County Eastern Regional Public Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Greene County Eastern Regional Public Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.003 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Greene County Eastern Regional Public Water System's service area?
The Greene County Eastern Regional Public Water System service area has a median household income of $75,327. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Greene County Eastern Regional Public Water System get its water?
Greene County Eastern Regional 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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Greene County Eastern Regional Public Water System, OH. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/oh2906103/
BibTeX
@misc{zipcheckup-water-system-oh2906103,
  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Greene County Eastern Regional Public Water System, OH}},
  year   = {n.d.},
  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/oh2906103/}
}

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

Greene County Eastern Regional Public Water System (EPA ID: OH2906103) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

Home Water Systems Ohio Greene County Eastern Regional Public Water System

Get safety alerts for Greene County Eastern Regional Public Water System, Ohio

Free updates when EPA data changes for this area. No spam.

Unsubscribe anytime. Privacy Policy.

Share This Page

X Facebook
Violations found - check filter options Free tool - no phone call required.