Water Quality in FINCASTLE, VA (24090)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 24090.

119

Total Violations

0

Health-Based

119

Monitoring / Reporting

116

Resolved

What does this mean?

116 of 119 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 119 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: 34 Population served: 8,365

Violations Detail (119 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AOct 10, 2024ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(3)

Lead and Copper Rule

51

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

51

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

51

Jun 30Resolved

2024(74)

Chlorine

27

Oct 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Oct 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

E. COLI

34

Oct 10Resolved

E. COLI

34

Oct 10Resolved

E. COLI

34

Oct 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 24Active

1,2-Dichloropropane

03

Jun 30Resolved

Xylenes, Total

03

Jun 30Resolved

Trichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Trichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2-Dichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2-Dichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2-Dichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1,1-Trichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1,1-Trichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1,1-Trichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2-Dichloropropane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2-Dichloropropane

03

Jun 30Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

03

Jun 30Resolved

Trichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1,2-Trichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1,2-Trichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

CHLOROBENZENE

03

Jun 30Resolved

CHLOROBENZENE

03

Jun 30Resolved

CHLOROBENZENE

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Toluene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Toluene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Toluene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Ethylbenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Ethylbenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Styrene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Styrene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Styrene

03

Jun 30Resolved

p-Dichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

p-Dichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

p-Dichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

o-Dichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

o-Dichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

o-Dichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Benzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Benzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Benzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Tetrachloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Tetrachloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Ethylbenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Tetrachloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Xylenes, Total

03

Jun 30Resolved

Xylenes, Total

03

Jun 30Resolved

DICHLOROMETHANE

03

Jun 30Resolved

DICHLOROMETHANE

03

Jun 30Resolved

DICHLOROMETHANE

03

Jun 30Resolved

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Vinyl chloride

03

Jun 30Resolved

Vinyl chloride

03

Jun 30Resolved

Vinyl chloride

03

Jun 30Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

03

Jun 30Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1,2-Trichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 13Active

How Does This Compare?

FINCASTLE (24090) has 119 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. 3 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

Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.

Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

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