Howland Center Tap Water Quality Report
Howland Center's water has 3 contaminants above EPA MCLGs and 1 above EPA's legal limit (MCL, enforceable from April 26, 2029). We recommend using a certified water filter.
Other systems listed for Howland Center with results above guidelines: TRUMBULL CO.-HOWLAND TWP PWS (4 above guidelines), TRUMBULL CO.-MINERAL RIDGE PWS (2 above guidelines), TRUMBULL CO.-WARREN TWP PWS (2 above guidelines), TRUMBULL CO.-MOSQUITO CREEK PWS (2 above guidelines), TRUMBULL CO. - BAZETTA/CHAMPION (2 above guidelines)
Water system
TRUMBULL CO.-SOUTHEAST PWS
5 other systems are listed for Howland Center. See their figures
People Served
8,872
Health-based violations since 2020
0
TRUMBULL CO.-SOUTHEAST PWS. EPA SDWA violation data as of Q2 2026 (downloaded 2026-07-09).
Latest sample on file
Oct 2025 · TRUMBULL CO.-SOUTHEAST PWS
Utilities publish newer results in their annual water quality report (Consumer Confidence Report).
Is Howland Center Tap Water Safe to Drink?
We strongly recommend using a certified water filter to reduce exposure: Howland Center's water has 4 contaminants above EPA health-based guidelines. Check our filter recommendations below for NSF-certified options that can remove the specific contaminants found in Howland Center's water.
TRUMBULL CO.-SOUTHEAST PWS, Howland Center's water system, serves 8,872 people. 5 other systems are listed for Howland Center. Each system's results are listed under its own name, never added to TRUMBULL CO.-SOUTHEAST PWS's. Water quality testing is conducted regularly and reported to the EPA. The latest sample on file for TRUMBULL CO.-SOUTHEAST PWS is from Oct 2025.
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Howland Center Water Service Areas
What these numbers actually mean for Howland Center, OH
We read Howland Center, OH’s published record and send you a short report — which findings warrant a decision, which to ignore, and what to do about it. Including when the answer is nothing.
- 3 contaminants above EPA MCLGs and 1 above EPA's legal limit (MCL, enforceable from April 26, 2029) and 2 contaminants with an EPA health goal detected in some samples (no level on file)
- 37 results on file
- 23 PFAS compounds on record
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Fluoride in Howland Center's water
The 5 largest of the 6 water systems serving Howland Center, by population served.
TRUMBULL CO.-SOUTHEAST PWS
PWSID OH7803203
No fluoride level in our data for TRUMBULL CO.-SOUTHEAST PWS. Your utility's annual water quality report (CCR) lists it.
TRUMBULL CO. - BAZETTA/CHAMPION
PWSID OH7804303
No fluoride level in our data for TRUMBULL CO. - BAZETTA/CHAMPION. Your utility's annual water quality report (CCR) lists it.
TRUMBULL CO.-HOWLAND TWP PWS
PWSID OH7806303
No fluoride level in our data for TRUMBULL CO.-HOWLAND TWP PWS. Your utility's annual water quality report (CCR) lists it.
TRUMBULL CO.-MINERAL RIDGE PWS
PWSID OH7803503
No fluoride level in our data for TRUMBULL CO.-MINERAL RIDGE PWS. Your utility's annual water quality report (CCR) lists it.
TRUMBULL CO.-MOSQUITO CREEK PWS
PWSID OH7806403
No fluoride level in our data for TRUMBULL CO.-MOSQUITO CREEK PWS. Your utility's annual water quality report (CCR) lists it.
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Recommended Water Filters for Howland Center
Based on Howland Center's water quality data, these NSF-certified filters are recommended to remove contaminants above EPA's health goals (MCLGs) or legal limits (MCL).
Culligan
ZeroWater
NSF Certified:
Flow Rate
1.9 gpm
Daily Production
1 gpd
Highlights:
- Compact design
- Easy to set up
- Affordable
- NSF-42, NSF-53, NSF-401 certified
Removes 19 contaminants:
+14 more
Strontium, Molybdenum, Fluoride, Uranium, Lead, Total PFAS, Chlorine, 25, Phosphorus, Bicarbonate, Calcium, Carbonate, Magnesium, Sodium
Santevia
Bath Filter
NSF Certified:
Flow Rate
0.36 gpm
Highlights:
- Organic cotton design reduces plastic used in construction
- Affordable upfront & ongoing cost
- The only bath filter that removed 100% chlorine with “normal” faster faucet flow
Removes 1 contaminants:
Waterdrop
A1
NSF Certified:
Flow Rate
1 gpm
Highlights:
- Performance certified
- Lower price than Philips
- Hot water dispensing
- Compact design
Removes 5 contaminants:
Whirlpool Corporation
W11256135
NSF Certified:
Capacity
1001 gal
Filter Life
3 mo
Flow Rate
0.7 gpm
Removes 19 contaminants:
+14 more
Benzene, Carbofuran, Chlorine (Free), Chlorine (Total), Chlorine Dioxide, Chlorobenzene, Cryptosporidium, Ethylbenzene, Lead, Mercury, Metolachlor, Tetrachloroethylene, Toxaphene, Turbidity
Verify Your Water Quality with Independent Testing
With 3 contaminants above EPA MCLGs and 1 above EPA's legal limit (MCL, enforceable from April 26, 2029) and 2 contaminants with an EPA health goal detected in some samples (no level on file), independent laboratory testing provides a second opinion and can track changes over time.
SimpleLab
Advanced Home Water Test
$269
Comprehensive water analysis testing over 200 contaminants including bacteria, heavy metals, and chemical compounds.
Tap Score
PFAS Forever Chemicals Test
$339.95
Specialized test for PFOA, PFOS, and 24 other forever chemicals. Essential for areas near military bases, airports, or industrial sites.
Tap Score
Haloacetic Acids (HAA9) Test
$275
Tests for disinfection byproducts formed when chlorine reacts with organic matter in water treatment.
With 4 contaminants above health guidelines, you may want to explore water purification options. Learn how to make distilled water at home for applications like humidifiers, CPAP machines, and baby formula.
On a private well near Howland Center? Public-water results do not apply to private wells. See Trumbull County well water testing and USGS risk data — modeled arsenic, nitrate, and the tests to run.
Frequently Asked Questions About Howland Center Tap Water
Howland Center's water has 3 contaminants above EPA MCLGs and 1 above EPA's legal limit (MCL, enforceable from April 26, 2029). We strongly recommend using a certified water filter to reduce exposure to these contaminants. Check our filter recommendations below for NSF-certified options that can remove the specific contaminants found in Howland Center's water.
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