Water System Report OH

Fort Loramie Village Public Water System

EPA ID: OH7500312 · 1,524 people served · 6 ZIP codes

Over five tracked years, Fort Loramie Village Public Water System has stayed completely violation-free for its 1,524 residents.

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

D · 50
Avg Safety Score
1,524
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0031 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$245K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$90,314
Median Household Income
43,236
Service Area Population
24%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
63%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Fort Loramie Village Public Water System serves a community with a median household income of $90,314 and an estimated 43,236 residents across its service area. Approximately 63% 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

Fort Loramie 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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
37th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Shelby 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

52 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
17 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 75% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,000
Water Filtration $50
Total Estimated Cost $2,250

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

FORT LORAMIE VILLAGE PWS (EPA ID: OH7500312) is a community water system in Ohio that serves approximately 1,524 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: D (50/100)

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
45845 0.0031 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: 4 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 2 additional ZIPs 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 Fort Loramie Village Public Water System (OH7500312) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fort Loramie Village Public Water System water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Fort Loramie Village Public Water System serve?

Fort Loramie Village Public Water System serves approximately 1,524 people across 6 ZIP codes in Ohio.

Where does Fort Loramie 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
708
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.
Population served: 1,524
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 Fort Loramie Village Public Water System safe to drink?
Fort Loramie Village Public Water System 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?
Fort Loramie Village 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 Fort Loramie Village Public Water System serve?
Fort Loramie Village Public Water System serves approximately 1,524 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is Fort Loramie Village Public Water System's water source?
Fort Loramie Village Public Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Fort Loramie Village Public Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0031 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Fort Loramie Village Public Water System's service area?
The Fort Loramie Village Public Water System service area has a median household income of $90,314. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Fort Loramie Village Public Water System get its water?
Fort Loramie 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.

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3

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