Water Quality in ELK CREEK, VA (24326)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 24326.
54
Total Violations
2
Health-Based
52
Monitoring / Reporting
47
Resolved
What does this mean?
47 of 54 violations have been resolved. 2 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 52 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 (54 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 18, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 18, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 10, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 24, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 24, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jul 14, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jul 14, 2025 | Active | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2025(13)
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
4A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2024(12)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
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
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
How Does This Compare?
ELK CREEK (24326) has 54 recorded violations, including 2 health-based. 7 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.
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.