Water Quality in BLUEFIELD, WV (24701)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 24701.
44
Total Violations
12
Health-Based
32
Monitoring / Reporting
35
Resolved
What does this mean?
35 of 44 violations have been resolved. 12 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 32 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 (44 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 13, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 13, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(2)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
2024(14)
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
45
Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
45
Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
45
Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
45
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
How Does This Compare?
BLUEFIELD (24701) has 44 recorded violations, including 12 health-based. 9 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.
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.