Water Quality in Athens, OH
9 water systems serving 53,843 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Athens water systems is 3.4 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 120 |
| Health-based violations | 21 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Athens
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Athens tap water safe to drink?
Athens tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants. Review the individual water system pages below for the latest lead sample results and violation history.
What is the water quality in Athens, Ohio?
Athens has 9 public water systems serving approximately 53,843 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 3.4 ppb. There are 120 total violations on record.
Does Athens have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 3.4 ppb across Athens's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Athens?
9 public water systems are registered in Athens, Ohio with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 53,843 people.