Aurora City - Portage Public Water System
EPA ID: OH6700003 · 191 people served · 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Aurora City - Portage Public Water System (OH6700003): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Unlike many utilities its size, Aurora City - Portage Public Water System carries a violation-free five-year record - no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 191 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Aurora City - Portage Public Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Aurora City - Portage Public Water System serves a community with a median household income of $98,974 and an estimated 41,212 residents across its service area. Approximately 46% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Aurora City - Portage 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.
Infrastructure Risk
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
Aurora City - Portage Public Water System (EPA ID: OH6700003) is a community water system in Ohio that serves approximately 191 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 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 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 Aurora City - Portage Public Water System (OH6700003) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aurora City - Portage Public Water System water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Aurora City - Portage 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 Aurora City - Portage Public Water System serve?
Aurora City - Portage Public Water System serves approximately 191 people across 2 ZIP codes in Ohio.
Where does Aurora City - Portage Public Water System get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Aurora City - Portage Public Water System Water Report, OH. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/oh6700003/
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