Youngstown, Ohio Water Outage Today
Live Youngstown water outage reports, City of Youngstown Water Department’s emergency line and the system’s federal record.
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No water outage reports in Youngstown, Ohio in the last 24 hours
Across Ohio, 1 report came in over the same 24 hours.
Who supplies water in Youngstown?
Drinking water in Youngstown, Ohio is supplied by City of Youngstown Water Department, which handles outages, main breaks and boil water notices for the city.
Public water systems in Ohio are regulated by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA).
To report no water or a main break, call City of Youngstown Water Department at 330-742-8760.
Youngstown water system at a glance
Youngstown City Public Water System is the water system EPA lists for Youngstown, serving about 130,530 people. Customers know it as City of Youngstown Water Department; the name on your bill is the one to call.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Water system in EPA records | Youngstown City Public Water System (OH5002303) |
| Run by | Local government |
| People served | 130,530 through 52,603 service connections |
| Source of the water | Purchased surface water |
| Active facilities listed by EPA | 7 storage tanks and reservoirs, 6 pump facilities |
| Connections to other systems | 1 |
| State regulator | Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA) |
| Health-based violations since 2015 | 0 |
| Highest lead result (90th percentile) | 2.2 ppb, action level 15 ppb |
Source: EPA SDWIS (Safe Drinking Water Information System).
Where Youngstown's tap water comes from
Youngstown does not collect its own raw water. Youngstown City Public Water System buys surface water from Mahoning Valley Sanitary District and distributes it through its own mains. After treatment the water is held in 7 storage tanks and reservoirs and pushed uphill by 6 pump facilities; that storage is the buffer that keeps taps running for a few hours after a pump or main fails.
Why this matters when the water stops. Local crews can fix local mains, but not a failure at Mahoning Valley Sanitary District. When that supplier cuts flow, Youngstown has only its tanks to fall back on, so check both its notices and those from City of Youngstown Water Department.
Why the water goes out in Youngstown
Water outages are local, so the likely cause depends on weather, pipe age and the grid. For Youngstown, these stand out.
- Freezing weather. Youngstown sees about 130 days a year with a low at or below 32°F, and 38 days at or below 20°F. The coldest morning in the 2015 through 2025 record came on January 31, 2019. The longest stretch with highs that never rose above freezing ran 17 days, ending February 28, 2015. Frozen service lines and meters cause single-address outages, while ground frost and thaw cycles crack older mains and produce the street-wide breaks.
- Older neighborhoods and pipe. 81.7% of occupied homes in Youngstown were built before 1970, against 35.5% nationally. Streets of that age tend to sit on cast iron and early steel mains that are near or past their design life, which is where most breaks start.
- Storm-driven power loss. Thunderstorm wind, hail and tornado reports in Mahoning County number 108 since 2015. Pump stations and treatment plants that depend on Ohio Edison (FirstEnergy) run on the electric grid, so a storm that downs power lines can lower water pressure even when no pipe is damaged.
- Damage from other crews. Water mains share the ground with gas, power and telecom lines, and a strike by any contractor can dry up a block in seconds.
- Planned shutoffs and a problem at one address. Valve replacements and new connections are announced ahead, often with door hangers. If neighbors have water, check your own shutoff valve, meter and pressure regulator before calling.
Youngstown weather and water-main stress, 2015–2025
Main break season in Youngstown runs from late fall into early spring, with the coldest stretch around December through February.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Days a year at or below 32°F | 129.8 |
| Days a year at or below 20°F | 37.6 |
| Days a year with a high at or below 32°F | 29.6 |
| Days a year at or above 95°F | 3 |
| Days a year at or above 100°F | 0.1 |
| Days a year with an inch of rain or more | 3.4 |
| Average annual precipitation | 37.5 in |
| Wettest year | 2018 (45.4 in) |
| Driest year | 2016 (32.6 in) |
| Coldest day in the record | January 31, 2019 |
| Hottest day in the record | June 24, 2025 |
Source: NASA POWER daily reanalysis (MERRA-2) for the city center, 2015–2025.
Freezing days peak in January, averaging 28.4 a year. Source: NASA POWER reanalysis, 2015–2025.
The wettest year was 2018 with 45.4 inches; the driest was 2016 with 32.6. Source: NASA POWER reanalysis, 2015–2025.
Because this is gridded reanalysis data, individual hot and cold days can read a few degrees off what the airport recorded. The day counts and yearly patterns are the useful part.
Boil water advisories and the federal violation record for Youngstown
Since 2015, EPA's record for Youngstown City Public Water System shows no health-based violations. It also lists 2 monitoring or reporting entries that are about paperwork rather than water quality, such as a missed sample or a late report.
Most recent entries, all monitoring or reporting:
- July 2025: A lead and copper violation It is marked resolved.
- January 2020: A late or missing annual water quality report It is marked resolved.
| Type of violation | Health-based | Monitoring and other |
|---|---|---|
| Public notice and annual reports | 0 | 1 |
| Lead and copper | 0 | 1 |
Source: EPA SDWIS.
When Youngstown loses pressure after a break or a failed test, City of Youngstown Water Department asks affected customers to boil water for drinking and cooking. The notice ends only after samples come back clean, which usually takes one to two days after service returns, and the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA) supervises the process.
Lead service lines and old plumbing in Youngstown
The most recent 90th-percentile lead result filed for Youngstown City Public Water System is 0 ppb (2026). The federal action level is 15 ppb, so that result is comfortably below it.
Highest result on file: 2.2 ppb. Source: EPA SDWIS.
81.7% of occupied homes in Youngstown were built before 1970, and lead service lines and solder stayed legal until the federal ban in 1986. After any outage that disturbs the pipes, run the cold tap 30 seconds to 2 minutes before drinking, and ask City of Youngstown Water Department about its lead service line inventory.
How long a water outage lasts in Youngstown
Most repairs of an ordinary main break in Youngstown take half a day once the crew is on site. Bigger mains, deep bury and busy roads stretch that to a day or more.
| Situation | Typical time |
|---|---|
| Planned shutoff | A few hours inside a window announced in advance |
| Ordinary main break | Half a day once the crew has isolated the pipe |
| Large or deep main | 1 to 3 days |
| Low pressure after a pump or power failure | Hours to a day, once power or the pump is restored |
| Boil water notice after service returns | About 24 to 48 hours, until lab tests are clean |
| Frozen service line or meter | Until it thaws or a plumber repairs it |
Source: Utility practice, EPA and state boil water guidance.
For a break that affects many customers, City of Youngstown Water Department usually posts an estimated restoration time. When you call, ask the dispatcher what the crew has told them.
Preparing for a long water outage in Youngstown
With about 2.4 people in the typical Youngstown home, FEMA's one-gallon-per-person-per-day rule means 7 gallons covers three days and 33 gallons covers two weeks.
- 22.5% of residents report a disability (US 13.3%), so check on neighbors who rely on running water for medical equipment.
- Do not forget the water heater: the tank holds roughly 30 to 50 gallons you can drink after it is switched off and allowed to cool.
- If a planned shutoff or storm is coming, fill the tub and some buckets for flushing toilets and washing; keep drinking water in clean sealed containers.
How Youngstown compares with nearby water systems
| City | System | People served | Source | Health violations since 2015 | Highest lead (ppb) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Youngstown, OH | Youngstown City Public Water System | 130,530 | Bought (surface) | 0 | 2.2 |
| Canton, OH | Canton Public Water System | 107,113 | Ground | 0 | 8 |
| Akron, OH | Akron City Public Water System | 280,000 | Surface | 1 | 4.1 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | Pittsburgh Water & Sewer Authority | 520,000 | Surface | 2 | 22 |
| Parma, OH | Cleveland Public Water System | 1,308,955 | Surface | 0 | 1.7 |
Source: EPA SDWIS.
Water outage pages for nearby cities
Staying informed about water service in Youngstown
Sign up for alerts from City of Youngstown Water Department and check its website or social accounts when the water goes off. If a boil advisory is issued, the water outage guide covers how to treat water and when it is safe again.
Youngstown quick answers about water service
Who do I call about no water in Youngstown?
City of Youngstown Water Department at 330-742-8760, day or night. Use 911 only if a main break is flooding property or roads.
Where does Youngstown get its water?
EPA records for Youngstown City Public Water System say Youngstown relies on purchased surface water. It buys from Mahoning Valley Sanitary District.
Is Youngstown tap water safe to drink?
EPA lists no health-based violations for Youngstown City Public Water System since 2015, and its latest 90th-percentile lead result is 0 ppb against the 15 ppb action level. Follow any boil water notice until the utility says it is over.
What time of year are Youngstown water main breaks most common?
Breaks in Youngstown pile up in the cold, with about 130 freezing days a year and the worst stretch from December to February. The days right after a deep freeze, when the soil thaws and shifts, are usually the busiest.
Why is my water pressure low in Youngstown?
Check whether neighbors have the same problem. If they do, it is probably a main break, a pump problem or evening demand, and City of Youngstown Water Department should hear about it. If not, the cause is likely inside your own plumbing.
How long does a boil water notice last in Youngstown?
Plan on one to two days after pressure is back. City of Youngstown Water Department samples the water, waits for clean lab results and then lifts the notice, with the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA) overseeing the steps.
How much water should a Youngstown household store?
One gallon per person per day is the FEMA minimum. For Youngstown that means about 7 gallons to cover three days for an average household of 2.4, and 33 gallons for two weeks.
Does Youngstown have lead pipes?
Lead pipe was legal until 1986, and 81.7% of occupied homes in Youngstown predate 1970, so it is possible in older neighborhoods. City of Youngstown Water Department can tell you what your service line is made of; a lead-certified filter is a sensible precaution if you are unsure.
How do I check for water outages near me in Youngstown?
We do not run a pipe map. The report count at the top of this page shows what other people in Youngstown have reported in the last 24 hours. For the official picture, check City of Youngstown Water Department for its outage page, alerts and social accounts.
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Water Service Outages in cities near Youngstown
- Canton, OH 43 mi · City of Canton Water Department
- Akron, OH 45 mi · Akron Water Supply
- Pittsburgh, PA 57 mi · Pittsburgh Water
- Parma, OH 60 mi · Cleveland Water
- Cleveland, OH 61 mi · Cleveland Water · 1 report in 24h
- Wheeling, WV 72 mi · City of Wheeling Water
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