Health Violations Found OH 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Rushsylvania Village Public Water System

EPA ID: OH4602112 · 551 people served · 2 ZIP codes

While corrective steps may be in progress, Rushsylvania Village Public Water System currently shows 5 EPA violations unresolved — serving a population of approximately 551.

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

C · 61
Avg Safety Score
551
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
8
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0007 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
3
Contaminants Flagged
$155K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$89,235
Median Household Income
1,711
Service Area Population
27%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
68%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Rushsylvania Village Public Water System serves a community with a median household income of $89,235 and an estimated 1,711 residents across its service area. Approximately 68% 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

Rushsylvania 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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Logan 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

63 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
10 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 86% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Rushsylvania Village Public Water System compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Radium-228 at 2 pCi/L (combined Radium-226 & 228 ≤ 5 pCi/L) exceeds the EPA maximum of pCi/L (combined Radium-226 & 228 ≤ 5 pCi/L). Bone cancer and leukemia (known carcinogen). Consider ion exchange (water softener) filtration.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Radium-228 was detected in this water system. ion exchange (water softener) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

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Republic Village
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C 3 violations
Lyons Village
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C 2 violations
D 0 violations
Corning, Village of
563 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,500
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $2,850

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,850 (one-time) vs. $10,000 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

RUSHSYLVANIA VILLAGE PWS (EPA ID: OH4602112) is a community water system in Ohio that serves approximately 551 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: C (61/100)

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

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. 5 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2025 Radium-228 Monitoring Resolved
December 18, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
April 1, 2023 Radium-228 Monitoring Unresolved

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 4 No
Radium-228 Radionuclides 2 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
43347 0.0007 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 Rushsylvania Village Public Water System (OH4602112) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rushsylvania Village Public Water System water safe to drink?

Rushsylvania Village Public Water System has recorded 1 health-based violation in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Rushsylvania Village Public Water System serve?

Rushsylvania Village Public Water System serves approximately 551 people across 2 ZIP codes in Ohio.

Where does Rushsylvania 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
249
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 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Reporting compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 2E.
Compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 4G.
Population served: 551
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 Rushsylvania Village Public Water System safe to drink?
Rushsylvania Village Public Water System has a C safety grade based on 8 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Rushsylvania Village Public Water System's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule, Radium-228, Stage 2 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 3 contaminants 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 Rushsylvania Village Public Water System serve?
Rushsylvania Village Public Water System serves approximately 551 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Rushsylvania Village Public Water System's water source?
Rushsylvania Village Public Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Rushsylvania Village Public Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0007 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Rushsylvania Village Public Water System's service area?
The Rushsylvania Village Public Water System service area has a median household income of $89,235. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Rushsylvania Village Public Water System get its water?
Rushsylvania 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

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3

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