Crawford County contains portions of several streams and their tributaries that have been classified by the Assessment as being affected by nonpoint source pollution. Based on the findings of the Assessment and Inventory, the Ohio Nonpoint Source Management Plan has been implemented to help improve the quality of the state's waters. Overall, Crawford County has a safe supply of water. County citizens have a major challenge to protect water resources from pollutants that could affect the quality of the water supply. Summary Water availability and quality are important public concerns.
Water problems can be both costly and inconvenient.
While the present and future availability of water is good for Crawford County, water is a precious resource that must be conserved and protected. We must all work together to maintain an adequate supply of good quality water. This fact sheet provided information on water facts for Crawford County. For more information on water resources and drinking-water quality in the county, contact the Crawford County office of Ohio State University Extension. Bibliography Central Ohio Water Plan.