Coshocton Port Authority Mission Statement

The Coshocton Port Authority is a city and county public agency created to support efforts that lead to job creation and retention in Coshocton County. The port authority's focus includes an interest in local, state and federal public policy which may affect economic conditions and it shall actively support and advocate policies that positively impact economic growth. Its scope of services shall include an overall umbrella effort for outputs that have a positive effect on job creation and retention, workforce development, education, transportation, and health care that shall result in positive economic impacts of the residents of Coshocton County.

About Coshocton

Coshocton, Ohio is a county of approximately 36,000 nestled in the hills of Central Ohio. We are located off of State Route 16/36 which has been upgraded to a four lane highway almost completely connecting Columbus to Pittsburgh. We are approximately 20 miles from Interstate Highways 70 and 77 and are the corporate headquarters for the fast growing Ohio Central Railroad. Our community has a strong and capable workforce and we are ready to partner with new businesses looking for a place to call home.

Coshocton has a quality of life that is enhanced by its strong private philanthropic support system that has created a wonderful family environment for young and old alike. Please review our website and if you have any questions or require additional information contact us at your convenience. Coshocton, Ohio welcomes you to be our neighbor.

Coshocton Port Authority is an equal opportunity provider, and employer.

Large water and sewer users

are invited to Coshocton County!

Since it’s beginning in the early 1890’s, the Coshocton water system has continually grown and improved to meet the needs of both residential and industrial customers with a clean and safe supply of water.

The Coshocton water system’s capacity is 15 million gallons of water per day. The daily excess of available water is 10 million gallons per day. The village of West Lafayette has an excess of 750,000 gallons per day. Therefore, the capability to supply a much larger customer base is possible and would be welcomed.

For detailed information about Coshocton and West Lafayette’s water systems as well as rate information, click here.