South Amherst Village Public Water System
EPA ID: OH4701411 · 1,688 people served · 3 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for South Amherst Village Public Water System (OH4701411): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Over five tracked years, South Amherst Village Public Water System has stayed completely violation-free for its 1,688 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for South Amherst Village Public Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The South Amherst Village Public Water System serves a community with a median household income of $73,697 and an estimated 94,831 residents across its service area. Approximately 73% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 36% 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?
South Amherst 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.
Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 11 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Ohio
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
South Amherst Village Public Water System (EPA ID: OH4701411) is a community water system in Ohio that serves approximately 1,688 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.00156 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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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 South Amherst Village Public Water System (OH4701411) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is South Amherst Village Public Water System water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for South Amherst Village Public Water System in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does South Amherst Village Public Water System serve?
South Amherst Village Public Water System serves approximately 1,688 people across 3 ZIP codes in Ohio.
Where does South Amherst Village Public Water System get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). South Amherst Village Public Water System Water Report, OH. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/oh4701411/
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