Water Quality in SMITHFIELD, VA (23431)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 23431.

200

Total Violations

180

Health-Based

20

Monitoring / Reporting

200

Resolved

What does this mean?

200 of 200 violations have been resolved. 180 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 20 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.

Water systems: 7 Population served: 9,041

Violations Detail (200 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
FluorideHealth-BasedN/A4.4Jun 30, 2025ResolvedBone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth
FluorideHealth-BasedN/A4.4Jun 30, 2025ResolvedBone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth
FluorideHealth-BasedN/A4.2Mar 31, 2025ResolvedBone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth
FluorideHealth-BasedN/A4.2Mar 31, 2025ResolvedBone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth
FluorideHealth-BasedN/A4.2Mar 31, 2025ResolvedBone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth
FluorideHealth-BasedN/A4.1Dec 31, 2024ResolvedBone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth
FluorideHealth-BasedN/A4.1Dec 31, 2024ResolvedBone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth
FluorideHealth-BasedN/A4.1Dec 31, 2024ResolvedBone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth
FluorideHealth-BasedN/A4.1Dec 31, 2024ResolvedBone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth
FluorideHealth-BasedN/A4.2Jun 30, 2024ResolvedBone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(5)

Fluoride

02

Jun 30Resolved

Fluoride

02

Jun 30Resolved

Fluoride

02

Mar 31Resolved

Fluoride

02

Mar 31Resolved

Fluoride

02

Mar 31Resolved

2024(16)

Fluoride

02

Dec 31Resolved

Fluoride

02

Dec 31Resolved

Fluoride

02

Dec 31Resolved

Fluoride

02

Dec 31Resolved

Fluoride

02

Jun 30Resolved

Fluoride

02

Jun 30Resolved

Fluoride

02

Jun 30Resolved

Fluoride

02

Jun 30Resolved

Fluoride

02

Jun 30Resolved

Fluoride

02

Jun 30Resolved

Fluoride

02

Mar 31Resolved

Fluoride

02

Mar 31Resolved

Fluoride

02

Mar 31Resolved

Fluoride

02

Mar 31Resolved

Fluoride

02

Mar 31Resolved

Fluoride

02

Mar 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

SMITHFIELD (23431) has 200 recorded violations, including 180 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. 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.

Whole House Carbon Filter

A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.

Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 certified

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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