Water System Report OH

Aqua Ohio - Lake White Public Water System

EPA ID: OH6600312 ยท 1,229 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Aqua Ohio - Lake White Public Water System (OH6600312): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Five years of EPA monitoring have produced no violations for Aqua Ohio - Lake White Public Water System - the supplier serving 1,229 residents has kept every contaminant level within federal limits, a result that places it among the top-performing utilities for systems with a service population of comparable size.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,229
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$154K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Aqua Ohio - Lake White Public Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$48,201
Median Household Income
13,315
Service Area Population
83%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
62%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Aqua Ohio - Lake White Public Water System serves a community with a median household income of $48,201 and an estimated 13,315 residents across its service area. Approximately 62% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 83% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Aqua Ohio - Lake White 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
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

53 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
17 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 76% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 detections recorded.

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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Ohio

3 violations
0 violations
Gnadenhutten
1,240 people
4 violations
New Vienna Village
1,240 people
1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $2,900

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,900 (one-time) vs. $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

Aqua Ohio - Lake White Public Water System (EPA ID: OH6600312) is a community water system in Ohio that serves approximately 1,229 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 45690 in Waverly.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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 Aqua Ohio - Lake White Public Water System (OH6600312) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aqua Ohio - Lake White Public Water System water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Aqua Ohio - Lake White 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 Aqua Ohio - Lake White Public Water System serve?

Aqua Ohio - Lake White Public Water System serves approximately 1,229 people across 1 ZIP code in Ohio.

Where does Aqua Ohio - Lake White Public Water System get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Aqua Ohio - Lake White 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 Aqua Ohio - Lake White Public Water System serve?
Aqua Ohio - Lake White Public Water System serves approximately 1,229 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Aqua Ohio - Lake White Public Water System's water source?
Aqua Ohio - Lake White Public Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Aqua Ohio - Lake White Public Water System's service area?
The Aqua Ohio - Lake White Public Water System service area has a median household income of $48,201. EPA EJScreen data classifies 83% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Aqua Ohio - Lake White Public Water System get its water?
Aqua Ohio - Lake White 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.

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