Water Quality in Mount Jackson, VA (22842)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 22842.
Past Health-Based Violations
2 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 21 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 79% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
5,580
Population
21
Water Systems
23
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (21)
Mount Jackson, Town Of
Glasgow, Town Of
All resolvedApple Mountain Exxon
1 health-basedMiddleburg, Town Of
Bowman Apple Products
1 health-basedMauzy Liberty
All resolvedCapon Run General Store
All resolvedBrenridge Subdivision
All resolvedOld Farms Subdivision
Woods Edge Subdivision
New Bridge Landing
All resolvedJackson`S Meadow
All resolvedOne Stop Trailer Park
All resolvedValley View Subdivision
Xpress Stop, Inc
Frederickson Orchard Labor Camp
Cave Ridge Vineyard
All resolvedGlendale Subdivision
All resolvedMountain View Subdivision
Bowman Labor Camp
Buck Hill Orchard Migrant Labor
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Mount Jackson (22842) has more violations than 79% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 23.
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.
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.