Water Quality in WINCHESTER, VA (22601)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 22601.
31
Total Violations
3
Health-Based
28
Monitoring / Reporting
25
Resolved
What does this mean?
25 of 31 violations have been resolved. 3 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 28 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 (31 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 16, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 16, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 24, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 24, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 24, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Apr 24, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Apr 24, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Apr 24, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 15, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 15, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(2)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
2023(8)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
How Does This Compare?
WINCHESTER (22601) has 31 recorded violations, including 3 health-based. 6 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.