Water Quality in Covington, VA (24426)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 24426.
Active Health Violations
3 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 93% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
13,872
Population
35
Water Systems
63
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (35)
Covington, City Of
2 health-basedValley Ridge
Pounding Mill
Selma / Low Moor / Valley Ridge
Cliftondale Park/ Wilson Creek/ Sharon
All resolvedIntervale/Clearwater Park
Rosedale/Callaghan
Cherokee
Callaghan Elementary School
Wesgate
All resolvedAlleghany Country Club
Mt. Top Restaurant
Foxhill Heights-F J Hoffman
Tanglewood Manor Home For Adul
Eagle Nest Restaurant
Boys Home, Inc.
Moose Lodge 610
2412 Hot Springs Road
Tanglewood Restaurant
Alleghany Manor Home For Adults
Rogers Trailer Park
Comer'S Trailer Court
Cat And Owl Steak And Seafood Restaurant
1 health-basedMorris Hill - Corps
Camp Covington % Pat Carter
Sharon Senior Center
Castile Market
Kountry Korners
Buckhorne Country Store And Campground
Valley Ridge Well
Cliff View Golf Club
Cedar Grove Trailer Park
Dillys Mobile Village
Covington - Horse Mountain
Milton Hall B&B
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2022
How Does This Compare?
Covington (24426) has more violations than 93% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 63.
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
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.