Water Quality in Culpeper, VA (20186)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 20186.
Past Health-Based Violations
1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 7 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 62% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
15,703
Population
19
Water Systems
8
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (19)
Culpeper, Town Of
Warrenton, Town Of
Marshall/Coleman Schools
C Hunter Ritchie Elementary School
P B Smith Elementary School
Cedar Lee Jr High School
Mary Walter Elem School
Pearson Elementary School
All resolvedClaude Thompson Elementary School
Northern Fauquier Community Park
Fauquier Springs
1 health-basedWarrenton Training Center
Barking Rose Brewing Company + Farm
All resolvedDesyd
Southeastern Elementary
Fletcherville
Crockett Park
Walnut Grove Child Care
Walnut Grove Child Care Iii
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Culpeper (20186) has more violations than 62% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 8.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.