Water Quality in Charleston, WV (25045)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 25045.
Active Health Violations
2 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 80% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
4,234
Population
10
Water Systems
22
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (10)
Wvawc-Kanawha Valley Dist
All resolvedClendenin Water Dept
Queen Shoals Psd
Mine No 7 And 7c Prep Plant
Clendenin
Reamer Hill Water Assoc
2 health-basedNo 8 Mine
The Trail Kitchen
Columbia Transmission Corp
Doctors Creek Community Church
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Charleston (25045) has more violations than 80% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 22.
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.
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.