Water System Report OH

Upper Sandusky City

EPA ID: OH8800511 · 6,698 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Over five tracked years, Upper Sandusky City has stayed completely violation-free for its 6,698 residents.

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

C · 62
Avg Safety Score
6,698
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$166K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Upper Sandusky City Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$61,956
Median Household Income
11,146
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
79%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Upper Sandusky City serves a community with a median household income of $61,956 and an estimated 11,146 residents across its service area. Approximately 79% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Upper Sandusky City'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
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

66 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
11 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 86% 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
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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

UPPER SANDUSKY CITY (EPA ID: OH8800511) is a community water system in Ohio that serves approximately 6,698 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (62/100)

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

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 1 ZIP code 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 Upper Sandusky City (OH8800511) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Upper Sandusky City water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Upper Sandusky City serve?

Upper Sandusky City serves approximately 6,698 people across 2 ZIP codes in Ohio.

Where does Upper Sandusky City get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
87

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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Lead Service Line Inventory

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

0
Confirmed Lead
93
Galvanized — Replacement Required
218
Unknown Material
2,478
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: 6,698
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 Upper Sandusky City safe to drink?
Upper Sandusky City 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?
Upper Sandusky City meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Upper Sandusky City serve?
Upper Sandusky City serves approximately 6,698 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Upper Sandusky City's water source?
Upper Sandusky City draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Upper Sandusky City's service area?
The Upper Sandusky City service area has a median household income of $61,956. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Upper Sandusky City get its water?
Upper Sandusky City'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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