Water Quality in Welch, WV (24801)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 24801.
Active Health Violations
34 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 99% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
4,745
Population
35
Water Systems
219
Violations (5yr)
34
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (35)
Welch City Of
3 health-basedMcdowell County Psd Bartley
2 health-basedMcdowell County Psd Maybeury
8 health-basedMcdowell County Psd Coalwood
2 health-basedMcdowell County Psd Berwind
1 health-basedMcdowell County Psd Pageton
Allied Chemicals
Mcdowell County Psd Iaeger
Sandy River Middle School
All resolvedBradshaw Elementary School
Mcdowell County Psd Kimball
1 health-basedMcdowell County Psd Havaco
All resolvedMcdowell County Psd-Big Four
1 health-basedMcdowell County Psd Caretta
Mcdowell County Psd Hemphill
All resolvedMcdowell County Psd Upland
Fall River Elementary
Mcdowell County Psd New Hall
Panther Elementary
Crumpler Community Water
Mcdowell County Psd Elkhorn
Mcdowell County Psd Greenbrier
7 health-basedMcdowell County Psd Bradshaw
1 health-basedMcdowell County Psd Rolfe
Mcdowell County Psd Valls Creek
Sandra Riffe
Mcdowell County Psd Premier
4 health-basedMcdowell County Psd Eckman
2 health-basedMcdowell County Psd Tidewater
Mcdowell County Psd
Mcdowell County Psd Buchannon
Mcdowell County Psd Bishop
1 health-basedAshland Community
1 health-basedKwik Serv Food Market
Consolidated Water Co-Jenkinjo
Contaminants Found
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Welch (24801) has more violations than 99% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 219.
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
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.