Water Quality in SALEM, VA (24153)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 24153.
51
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
51
Monitoring / Reporting
39
Resolved
What does this mean?
39 of 51 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 51 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.
Violations Detail (51 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 7, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 7, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 28, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 28, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 29, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(15)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2023(14)
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
How Does This Compare?
SALEM (24153) has 51 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. 12 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
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.