Water Quality in Mathews, VA (23109)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 23109.

Past Health-Based Violations

4 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 17 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.

2,327

Population

36

Water Systems

21

Violations (5yr)

4

Health-Based

Location

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Water Systems Serving This Area (36)

Lee Jackson Primary School

Groundwater 480 people served
0 violations

Mathews High School

All resolved
Groundwater 480 people served
1 violation (5yr) · All resolved
Lead tested: 4.27 ppb (limit: 15 ppb) Copper tested: 2890 ppb (limit: 1300 ppb)

Mathews Elementary School

Groundwater 437 people served
0 violations
Lead tested: 1.56 ppb (limit: 15 ppb)

Thomas Hunter School

Groundwater 391 people served
0 violations
Lead tested: 2.34 ppb (limit: 15 ppb)

Mathews Family Ymca

Groundwater 190 people served
0 violations

Richardson'S Cafe

Groundwater 160 people served
0 violations

Mathews Dairy Freeze

Groundwater 150 people served
0 violations

Linda`S Diner

All resolved
Groundwater 150 people served
1 violation (5yr) · All resolved

Food Lion-Mathews

Groundwater 120 people served
0 violations

The Foyer C/O S. Kutch

Groundwater 100 people served
0 violations

International School

Groundwater 100 people served
0 violations

Ravenswood Inn

Groundwater 100 people served
0 violations

Riverfront House Bed & Breakfa

Groundwater 100 people served
0 violations

Mi Casa Azteca

All resolved
Groundwater 100 people served
2 violations (5yr) · All resolved

Mathews County Courthouse

Groundwater 100 people served
0 violations

Town Center - Mathews Phase Iii

Groundwater 100 people served
0 violations

Little Sue

Groundwater 100 people served
0 violations

Fleetwood Landing

Groundwater 100 people served
0 violations

Cricket Hill Apartments

4 health-based
Groundwater 88 people served
5 violations (5yr) · 4 health-based · All resolved
Lead tested: 0.49 ppb (limit: 15 ppb)

New Mathews Courthouse

All resolved
Groundwater 84 people served
3 violations (5yr) · All resolved
Lead tested: 0.42 ppb (limit: 15 ppb) Copper tested: 1455 ppb (limit: 1300 ppb)

Howard - Dooley Cafe

All resolved
Groundwater 75 people served
1 violation (5yr) · All resolved

Carousel Child Care & Learning Center

Groundwater 70 people served
0 violations

Slaughters Gulf

Groundwater 70 people served
0 violations

Richardsons Drug Store

Groundwater 70 people served
0 violations

Andy'S Barbecue & Ribs

Groundwater 65 people served
0 violations

Mathews Texaco

Groundwater 60 people served
0 violations

Riverside Convalescent Center

All resolved
Groundwater 55 people served
1 violation (5yr) · All resolved
Lead tested: 1.08 ppb (limit: 15 ppb)

Southwind Cafe

Groundwater 50 people served
0 violations

Hyco Gasoline

Groundwater 50 people served
0 violations

Mathews Co Health Dept

Groundwater 50 people served
0 violations

Jordans Restaurant & Drive In

Groundwater 50 people served
0 violations

White Dog Bistro

Groundwater 50 people served
0 violations

Jb'S Chick N Fin

Groundwater 40 people served
0 violations

Mathews Yacht Club

Groundwater 40 people served
0 violations

302 Main Street

All resolved
Groundwater 32 people served
3 violations (5yr) · All resolved

Alexander Water System

All resolved
Groundwater 25 people served
4 violations (5yr) · All resolved

Contaminants Found

TTHMHealth-Based
4 violations
All resolved
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Health-Based
2 violations
All resolved
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoring

Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.

9 violations
All resolved
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoring

Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.

2 violations
All resolved
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoring

Annual water quality report delivery requirement.

2 violations
All resolved
Nitrate-NitriteMonitoring
1 violation
All resolved
Public NoticeMonitoring
1 violation
All resolved

Lead & Copper Levels

Lead (Pb)

Within limit
4.27 ppb measured Action level: 15 ppb

Sampled: Jan 2025

Copper (Cu)

Exceeds limit
2890 ppb measured Action level: 1300 ppb

Sampled: Jan 2025

How Does This Compare?

Mathews (23109) has more violations than 79% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 21.

Fewer violations 79th percentile More violations

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.

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