Water System Report OH

Sycamore Village

EPA ID: OH8800412 · 862 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Sycamore Village carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 862 residents.

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

D · 40
Avg Safety Score
862
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$145K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2023) to 3 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$79,125
Median Household Income
2,963
Service Area Population
31%
Disadvantaged Population
57th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
69%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Sycamore Village serves a community with a median household income of $79,125 and an estimated 2,963 residents across its service area. Approximately 69% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 31% 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?

Groundwater

Sycamore Village'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
43th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
23th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Wyandot 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

61 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
11 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 85% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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C 5 violations
B 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

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

SYCAMORE VILLAGE (EPA ID: OH8800412) is a community water system in Ohio that serves approximately 862 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: D (40/100)

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

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Sycamore Village (OH8800412) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sycamore Village water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Sycamore Village serve?

Sycamore Village serves approximately 862 people across 3 ZIP codes in Ohio.

Where does Sycamore Village 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:

1
Confirmed Lead
7
Galvanized — Replacement Required
355
Unknown Material
20
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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 862
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 Sycamore Village safe to drink?
Sycamore 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?
Sycamore Village meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Sycamore Village serve?
Sycamore Village serves approximately 862 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Sycamore Village's water source?
Sycamore Village draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Sycamore Village's service area?
The Sycamore Village service area has a median household income of $79,125. EPA EJScreen data classifies 31% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Sycamore Village get its water?
Sycamore Village'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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