Water Quality in WELCH, WV (24801)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 24801.

711

Total Violations

114

Health-Based

597

Monitoring / Reporting

619

Resolved

What does this mean?

619 of 711 violations have been resolved. 114 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 597 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: 35 Population served: 16,261

Violations Detail (711 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)MonitoringN/AN/ASep 28, 2025ActiveN/A
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AAug 9, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AAug 9, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AAug 9, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AAug 9, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AAug 9, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AAug 9, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AAug 9, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AAug 9, 2025ActiveN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(57)

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

35

Sep 28Active

Chlorine

27

Aug 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 9Active

Public Notice

75

Aug 9Active

Public Notice

75

Aug 9Active

Public Notice

75

Aug 9Active

Public Notice

75

Aug 9Active

Public Notice

75

Aug 9Active

Public Notice

75

Aug 9Active

Public Notice

75

Aug 9Active

Public Notice

75

Aug 9Active

Public Notice

75

Aug 9Active

Public Notice

75

Jul 16Active

Groundwater Rule

45

May 31Active

Groundwater Rule

45

May 31Active

Groundwater Rule

45

May 31Active

Groundwater Rule

45

May 31Active

Groundwater Rule

45

May 31Active

Groundwater Rule

45

May 31Active

Groundwater Rule

45

May 31Active

Groundwater Rule

45

May 31Active

Groundwater Rule

45

May 31Active

Groundwater Rule

45

May 31Active

Groundwater Rule

45

May 31Active

Groundwater Rule

45

May 31Active

Groundwater Rule

45

May 31Active

Groundwater Rule

45

May 31Active

Groundwater Rule

45

May 31Active

Groundwater Rule

45

May 31Active

Groundwater Rule

45

May 31Active

Groundwater Rule

45

May 31Active

Public Notice

75

May 14Active

Nitrite

03

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

27

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

27

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

27

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrite

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrite

03

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jan 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jan 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 31Resolved

2024(69)

Public Notice

75

Dec 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 14Resolved

Arsenic

03

Sep 30Resolved

Arsenic

03

Sep 30Resolved

Arsenic

03

Sep 30Resolved

Arsenic

03

Sep 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Sep 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Aug 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Aug 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Aug 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Aug 30Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Aug 30Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Aug 30Active

Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

45

Aug 1Active

Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

45

Aug 1Active

Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

45

Aug 1Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Aug 1Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Aug 1Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Aug 1Active

Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

45

Aug 1Resolved

Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

45

Aug 1Resolved

Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

45

Aug 1Resolved

Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

45

Aug 1Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jul 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jul 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

03

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

03

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

03

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

03

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

02

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

May 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

May 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

May 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Mar 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Mar 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Mar 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrite

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrite

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrite

03

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

How Does This Compare?

WELCH (24801) has 711 recorded violations, including 114 health-based. 92 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

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.

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