45817
Bluffton, OH
BLUFFTON VILLAGE

Is Bluffton tap water safe to drink?

Higher concern
Last tested: August 2025
Action Advised
Source: Official EPA UCMR5 federal monitoring data | Last tested August 2025

Can you drink the tap water in Bluffton?

Bluffton tap water has 5 contaminants above EPA guidelines, including PFPeA at 15,5× the limit (tested August 2025). See the full compound-by-compound breakdown and filter recommendations.

Recommended for Bluffton tap water
Water filter for Bluffton tap water: Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
Pitcher filter
Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
NSF-certified dual-layer filtration reduces 70+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, chlorine, microplastics, and bacteria.
Contaminants above EPA limits detected in Bluffton. Fastest way to reduce exposure.
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The health risk for Bluffton

PFAS ('forever chemicals') have been detected above EPA limits in this water system's most recent tests. These synthetic chemicals do not break down in the body and are linked to a range of health effects. A certified filter is strongly recommended.
  • lithium, PFBS, PFPeA above limit.
PFPeA concentration (µg/L) August 2025
0 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 0.05 µg/L
0.047 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
0.003 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
1453% above limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 0.003 µg/L | Your water: 0.047 µg/L
Certified Filters for Bluffton Tap Water

PFPeA (a PFAS 'forever chemical') was detected above EPA limits. These filters are independently certified to reduce common drinking-water contaminants.

Water filter recommendation for Bluffton tap water: Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
Pitcher filter
Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
NSF-certified dual-layer filtration reduces 70+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, chlorine, microplastics, and bacteria.
Best for renters or quick setup. No installation needed.
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Water filter recommendation for Bluffton tap water: Waterdrop G3P600 Reverse Osmosis System
Under-sink RO system
Waterdrop G3P600 Reverse Osmosis System
8-stage tankless RO system certified to NSF/ANSI 58, reduces 1,000+ contaminants including PFAS, lead, arsenic, fluoride, and nitrates.
Best for homeowners. Heavy-duty filtration for long-term protection.
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Most elevated compounds
Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFPeA
Tested: December 2024 · OTTAWA VILLAGE		 0.047 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 1453% above limit
PFPeA
Tested: August 2025 · Ottawa interconnection (Blanchard River reservoir)		 0.020 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 567% above limit
PFBS
Tested: December 2024 · OTTAWA VILLAGE		 0.008 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 170% above limit
PFBS
Tested: August 2025 · Ottawa interconnection (Blanchard River reservoir)		 0.004 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 40% above limit
lithium
Tested: December 2024 · OTTAWA VILLAGE		 11.900 µg/L 10 µg/L 19% above limit
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OTTAWA VILLAGE · Tested: December 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFPeA 0.047 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 1453% above limit
PFBS 0.008 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 170% above limit
lithium 11.900 µg/L 10 µg/L 19% above limit
PFHxA 0.027 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.9% of limit
PFBA 0.009 µg/L 6 µg/L 0.2% of limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFHxS <0.003 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFOA <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFOS <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

Ottawa interconnection (Blanchard River reservoir) · Tested: August 2025

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFPeA 0.020 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 567% above limit
PFBS 0.004 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 40% above limit
PFHxA 0.012 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.4% of limit
PFBA 0.005 µg/L 6 µg/L 0.1% of limit
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 µg/L Below limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFHxS <0.003 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFOA <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFOS <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
Primary source EPA UCMR5 (2023-2025)
Guideline source EPA drinking water standard (PFPeA: 0,003 µg/L)
Last tested August 2025
Last page update 2026-03-31

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