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Fredericksburg Village Public Water System

EPA ID: OH8500812 · 420 people served · 5 ZIP codes

EPA monitoring data for Fredericksburg Village Public Water System shows an unblemished five-year compliance history — no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 420 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.

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

C · 58
Avg Safety Score
420
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0013 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$253K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$72,754
Median Household Income
39,375
Service Area Population
28%
Disadvantaged Population
52th
Poverty Percentile
54th
Energy Burden Percentile
57%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Fredericksburg Village Public Water System serves a community with a median household income of $72,754 and an estimated 39,375 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% 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

Fredericksburg 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
56th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
42th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 4% of homes in Wayne 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

47 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
23 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 67% 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 →

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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 $960
PFAS Treatment $100
Water Filtration $60
Total Estimated Cost $2,320

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 $2,320 (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

FREDERICKSBURG VILLAGE PWS (EPA ID: OH8500812) is a community water system in Ohio that serves approximately 420 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (58/100)

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
44627 0.0013 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: 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 Fredericksburg Village Public Water System (OH8500812) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fredericksburg Village Public Water System water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Fredericksburg Village Public Water System serve?

Fredericksburg Village Public Water System serves approximately 420 people across 5 ZIP codes in Ohio.

Where does Fredericksburg 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
2
Galvanized — Replacement Required
167
Unknown Material
43
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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 420
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 Fredericksburg Village Public Water System safe to drink?
Fredericksburg Village Public Water System has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Fredericksburg 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 Fredericksburg Village Public Water System serve?
Fredericksburg Village Public Water System serves approximately 420 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Fredericksburg Village Public Water System's water source?
Fredericksburg Village Public Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Fredericksburg Village Public Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0013 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Fredericksburg Village Public Water System's service area?
The Fredericksburg Village Public Water System service area has a median household income of $72,754. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Fredericksburg Village Public Water System get its water?
Fredericksburg 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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

What You Can Do

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3

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