Water Quality in FAIRFAX STATION, VA (22039)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 22039.
38
Total Violations
8
Health-Based
30
Monitoring / Reporting
35
Resolved
What does this mean?
35 of 38 violations have been resolved. 8 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 30 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (38 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 15, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 15, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 15, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2025(16)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2C
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1A
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
2023(11)
Nitrate-Nitrite
03
Nitrate-Nitrite
03
Nitrate-Nitrite
03
Nitrate-Nitrite
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
How Does This Compare?
FAIRFAX STATION (22039) has 38 recorded violations, including 8 health-based. 3 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
Reverse Osmosis System
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.