Water System Report OH

Plymouth Village

EPA ID: OH7004003 · 1,874 people served · 6 ZIP codes

Water monitoring for Plymouth Village: clean, five years, 1,874 residents.

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

D · 45
Avg Safety Score
1,874
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0098 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$147K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Plymouth Village Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$69,513
Median Household Income
35,183
Service Area Population
37%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
77th
Energy Burden Percentile
78%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Plymouth Village serves a community with a median household income of $69,513 and an estimated 35,183 residents across its service area. Approximately 78% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 37% 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?

Surface Water

Plymouth Village'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Huron County, Ohio rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

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

66 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
5 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 93% 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. 5 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 →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Ohio

Edgerton Village
1,881 people
B 1 violation
C 2 violations
Berlin Water Company
1,896 people
D 4 violations
D 6 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $800
PFAS Treatment $333
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $2,433

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 $2,433 (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

PLYMOUTH VILLAGE (EPA ID: OH7004003) is a community water system in Ohio that serves approximately 1,874 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 6 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: D (45/100)

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

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
44865 0.0098 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

Coverage: 5 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Plymouth Village (OH7004003) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Plymouth Village water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Plymouth Village has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Plymouth Village serve?

Plymouth Village serves approximately 1,874 people across 6 ZIP codes in Ohio.

Where does Plymouth Village get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

5
Confirmed Lead
1
Galvanized — Replacement Required
673
Unknown Material
92
Confirmed Non-Lead

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.
Population served: 1,874
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 Plymouth Village safe to drink?
Plymouth Village has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Plymouth Village meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Plymouth Village serve?
Plymouth Village serves approximately 1,874 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is Plymouth Village's water source?
Plymouth Village draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Plymouth Village's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0098 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Plymouth Village's service area?
The Plymouth Village service area has a median household income of $69,513. EPA EJScreen data classifies 37% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Plymouth Village get its water?
Plymouth Village'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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