Current Drinking Water Advisories
in Geauga County, Ohio
Site updated 1/6/2009 6:33:39 AM

Facility NameACO Polymer Products
PWSID2855212
Reason for AdvisoryContamination
AdvisoryYou do not need to use an alternative (e.g. bottled) water supply. Lead poses the greatest risk to young children and pregnant women. The public education outlines steps to reduce lead exposure.
Facility Address12080 Ravenna Rd, Chardon, OH 44024
DistrictNEDO
Facility TypeNontransient Noncommunity
Population CategoryLess than 250
Service AreaFactory/Industrial Park/Office Building
ContaminantLead
Contaminant GroupInorganic Chemicals (IOCs)
Public Notice Templatepublic_ed_lead_noncomm.pdf
Fact SheetLead Fact Sheet
StandardAction Level = 15 µg/l
Major SourcesCorrosion of household plumbing systems; Erosion of natural deposits
Health EffectsInfants and children who drink water containing lead in excess of the action level could experience delays in their physical or mental development. Children could show slight deficits in attention span and learning abilities. Adults who drink this water over many years could develop kidney problems or high blood pressure.
Advisory Begin Date9/25/2006
HistoryExceeded copper action levels twice, exceeded lead action level once.
StatusInvestigating plumbing as source.
Ohio EPA ContactDeborah Nicholas
Ohio EPA Phone(330) 963-1200
Ohio EPA E-maildeborah.nicholas@epa.state.oh.us
Information Last Modified11/4/2008 12:25:49 PM

 
Facility NameJohnsonite
PWSID2840112
Reason for AdvisoryContamination
AdvisoryYou do not need to use an alternative (e.g. bottled) water supply. Lead poses the greatest risk to young children and pregnant women. The public education outlines steps to reduce lead exposure.
Facility Address16910 Munn Rd., Chagrin Falls, OH 44023
DistrictNEDO
Facility TypeNontransient Noncommunity
Population CategoryLess than 250
Service AreaFactory/Industrial Park/Office Building
ContaminantLead
Contaminant GroupInorganic Chemicals (IOCs)
Public Notice Templatepublic_ed_lead_noncomm.pdf
Fact SheetLead Fact Sheet
StandardAction Level = 15 µg/l
Major SourcesCorrosion of household plumbing systems; Erosion of natural deposits
Health EffectsInfants and children who drink water containing lead in excess of the action level could experience delays in their physical or mental development. Children could show slight deficits in attention span and learning abilities. Adults who drink this water over many years could develop kidney problems or high blood pressure.
Advisory Begin Date10/24/2006
Details and Recent Results90th% Lead = 48.55 received 10/3/08
History90th% Lead = 131.7 first exceedance
StatusReceived water quality parameters.
Ohio EPA ContactDeborah Nicholas
Ohio EPA Phone(330) 963-1200
Ohio EPA E-maildeborah.nicholas@epa.state.oh.us
Information Last Modified11/4/2008 12:25:03 PM

 
Facility NameMiddlefield Village
PWSID2802012
Reason for AdvisoryContamination
AdvisoryYou do not need to use an alternative (e.g. bottled) water supply. However, if you have specific health concerns, consult your doctor.
Facility AddressP.O. Box 1019, Middlefield, OH, 44062
DistrictNEDO
Facility TypeCommunity
Population Category1,001 to 3,300
Service AreaResidential
Facility ContactDaniel Wier
Facility Phone440-632-5248
ContaminantArsenic
Contaminant GroupInorganic Chemicals (IOCs)
Public Notice TemplateTier2_arsenicMCL.pdf
Fact SheetArsenic Fact Sheet
StandardMCL = 10 µg/l
Major SourcesErosion of natural deposits; Runoff from orchards; Runoff from glass and electronics production wastes
Health EffectsSome people who drink water containing arsenic in excess of the MCL over many years could experience skin damage or problems with their circulatory system, and may have an increased risk of getting cancer.
Advisory Begin Date2/16/2007
Details and Recent ResultsThe current running annual average arsenic concentration for 3rd quarter 2008 is .014 mg/L ( 14 ug/L). Proof of public notice was received on 11/14/2008.
HistoryThe running annual average arsenic concentration exceeded the drinking water standard beginning in the fourth quarter 2006.
StatusInstallation of arsenic treatment on schedule. Project completion expected in December 2008.
Enforcement Action See Enforcement Action
Ohio EPA ContactDave Bowland
Ohio EPA Phone(330) 963-1200
Ohio EPA E-maildave.bowland@epa.state.oh.us
Information Last Modified12/12/2008 1:42:06 PM

 
Facility NameTroyer Water System
PWSID2863212
Reason for AdvisoryContamination
AdvisoryYou do not need to use an alternative (e.g. bottled) water supply. However, if you have specific health concerns, consult your doctor.
Facility Address14079 Old State Rd., Middlfield, Ohio 44062
DistrictNEDO
Facility TypeNontransient Noncommunity
Population CategoryLess than 250
Service AreaOther
ContaminantArsenic
Contaminant GroupInorganic Chemicals (IOCs)
Public Notice TemplateTier2_arsenicMCL.pdf
Fact SheetArsenic Fact Sheet
StandardMCL = 10 µg/l
Major SourcesErosion of natural deposits; Runoff from orchards; Runoff from glass and electronics production wastes
Health EffectsSome people who drink water containing arsenic in excess of the MCL over many years could experience skin damage or problems with their circulatory system, and may have an increased risk of getting cancer.
Advisory Begin Date5/23/2007
Details and Recent ResultsThe current running annual average arsenic concentration for 3rd quarter 2008 is 0.014 mg/L (14 ug/L).
StatusSurface water working with system on wastewater issues from treatment system.
Enforcement Action See Enforcement Action
Ohio EPA ContactEmily Cushman
Ohio EPA Phone(614) 644-2752
Ohio EPA E-mailemily.cushman@epa.state.oh.us
Information Last Modified11/24/2008 1:18:52 PM

 
Facility NameHambden Elementary School
PWSID2853212
Reason for AdvisoryContamination
AdvisoryYou do not need to use an alternative (e.g. bottled) water supply. Lead poses the greatest risk to young children and pregnant women. The public education outlines steps to reduce lead exposure.
Facility Address428 North St Chardon Ohio 44024
DistrictNEDO
Facility TypeNontransient Noncommunity
Population Category251 to 1,000
Service AreaSchool
ContaminantLead
Contaminant GroupInorganic Chemicals (IOCs)
Public Notice Templatepublic_ed_lead_noncomm.pdf
Fact SheetLead Fact Sheet
StandardAction Level = 15 µg/l
Major SourcesCorrosion of household plumbing systems; Erosion of natural deposits
Health EffectsInfants and children who drink water containing lead in excess of the action level could experience delays in their physical or mental development. Children could show slight deficits in attention span and learning abilities. Adults who drink this water over many years could develop kidney problems or high blood pressure.
Advisory Begin Date10/9/2007
Details and Recent Results90th % 27.2 ug/L, action level is 15 ug/L
StatusReceived improvement plans 10/17/08. In review.
Ohio EPA ContactDeborah Nicholas
Ohio EPA Phone(330) 963-1200
Ohio EPA E-maildeborah.nicholas@epa.state.oh.us
Information Last Modified11/4/2008 12:24:17 PM

 
Facility NameChester Association C/O Channel
PWSID2861012
Reason for AdvisoryContamination
AdvisoryYou do not need to use an alternative (e.g. bottled) water supply. However, if you have specific health concerns, consult your doctor.
Facility Address7100 Wilson Mills Road, Chesterland, Ohio 44026
DistrictNEDO
Facility TypeNontransient Noncommunity
Population CategoryLess than 250
Service AreaFactory/Industrial Park/Office Building
Facility ContactJeffrey Adams, Facility Manager
Facility Phone440-423-0113
ContaminantArsenic
Contaminant GroupInorganic Chemicals (IOCs)
Public Notice TemplateTier2_arsenicMCL.pdf
Fact SheetArsenic Fact Sheet
StandardMCL = 10 µg/l
Major SourcesErosion of natural deposits; Runoff from orchards; Runoff from glass and electronics production wastes
Health EffectsSome people who drink water containing arsenic in excess of the MCL over many years could experience skin damage or problems with their circulatory system, and may have an increased risk of getting cancer.
Advisory Begin Date4/1/2008
Details and Recent ResultsThe current running annual average arsenic concentration for 3rd quarter 2008 is .011 mg/L ( 11 ug/L). Proof of public notice was received by OEPA on 12/5/08.
StatusCurrently utilizing bottled water for drinking.
Enforcement Action See Enforcement Action
Ohio EPA ContactEmily Cushman
Ohio EPA Phone(614) 644-2752
Ohio EPA E-mailemily.cushman@epa.state.oh.us
Information Last Modified12/8/2008 11:36:27 AM

 
Facility NameGeauga Parks-Metzenbaum Park
PWSID2872912
Reason for AdvisoryContamination
AdvisoryBOIL THE WATER BEFORE USING OR USE BOTTLED WATER
Facility Address9160 Robinson Rd, Chardon, OH 44024
DistrictNEDO
Facility TypeTransient Noncommunity
Population CategoryLess than 250
Service AreaRecreation Area
ContaminantTotal Coliform Bacteria
Contaminant GroupMicrobiological
Public Notice TemplateTier1_TCR_norepeats.pdf
Fact SheetTotal Coliform Bacteria Fact Sheet
StandardMCL = confirmed presence of total coliform bacteria or failure to collect required repeat samples
Major SourcesNaturally present in the environment
Health EffectsColiforms are bacteria which are naturally present in the environment and are used as an indicator that other, potentially-harmful, bacteria may be present. Coliforms were found in more samples than allowed and this was a warning of potential problems.
Advisory Begin Date10/30/2008
StatusFacility closed for the season before taking repeat samples. Will remain on boil alert until they open in spring and collect the required samples.
Ohio EPA ContactKathy Metropulos
Ohio EPA Phone(330) 963-1200
Ohio EPA E-mailkathy.metropolos@epa.state.oh.us
Information Last Modified12/3/2008 1:36:59 PM

 
Facility NameWicked Woods Golf Course
PWSID2859812
Reason for AdvisoryContamination
AdvisoryBOIL THE WATER BEFORE USING OR USE BOTTLED WATER
Facility Address14085 Ravenna Rd, Newbury, OH 44065
DistrictNEDO
Facility TypeTransient Noncommunity
Population CategoryLess than 250
Service AreaGolf Course
ContaminantTotal Coliform Bacteria
Contaminant GroupMicrobiological
Public Notice TemplateTier1_TCR_norepeats.pdf
Fact SheetTotal Coliform Bacteria Fact Sheet
StandardMCL = confirmed presence of total coliform bacteria or failure to collect required repeat samples
Major SourcesNaturally present in the environment
Health EffectsColiforms are bacteria which are naturally present in the environment and are used as an indicator that other, potentially-harmful, bacteria may be present. Coliforms were found in more samples than allowed and this was a warning of potential problems.
Advisory Begin Date12/3/2008
StatusNeed four negative repeat samples
Ohio EPA ContactKathy Metropulos
Ohio EPA Phone(330) 963-1200
Ohio EPA E-mailkathy.metropolos@epa.state.oh.us
Information Last Modified12/16/2008 1:38:07 PM

 


           
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