Water Quality in Cleveland, OH
36 water systems serving 2,429,289 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Cleveland water systems is 4.7 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 1629 |
| Health-based violations | 165 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Cleveland
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cleveland tap water safe to drink?
Cleveland 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 Cleveland, Ohio?
Cleveland has 36 public water systems serving approximately 2,429,289 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 4.7 ppb. There are 1629 total violations on record.
Does Cleveland have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 4.7 ppb across Cleveland's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Cleveland?
36 public water systems are registered in Cleveland, Ohio with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 2,429,289 people.