Water Quality in Emporia, VA (23847)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 23847.
Past Health-Based Violations
11 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There is also 1 monitoring/reporting violation.
More violations than 70% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
12,956
Population
36
Water Systems
12
Violations (5yr)
11
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (36)
Emporia, City Of
11 health-basedGcwsa - Jarratt
Jarratt, Town Of
Gcwsa - Skippers
Va Rest Area I-95
Gcwsa-Westover
Gcwsa - Southside
Washington Park
Belfield Elementary School
Tjs Restaurant C/O Tj Pearson
Gcwsa - 301 North
Emporia Travel Plaza
Zion School
Simmons Terminal
Country Cupboard
T J Pearsons Truck Stop
Reste Motel
Belco Motel
Econo Lodge
Red Barn Convenience Store
Jellystone Park
Golden Skate World Of Emporia
Jackson-Feild Home
Pineview Trailer Court-Donald
Dixie Motel W Robertson Tes
A F Volkswagon Repair
Hojo'S Restaurant
Uncle Hubbards Restaurant
Husky Food Mart
Suburban Food Mkt
United Trailer Ct-S M Robinson
Southern Trail Motel
Moores Trailer Court
Bojangle`S (Onley)
Donald Newsomes Trailer Court
Greenleaf Inn C/O Carl Stith
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Emporia (23847) has more violations than 70% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 12.
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.