Water Quality in Charles Town, WV (25414)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 25414.
Active Health Violations
14 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.
21,073
Population
41
Water Systems
246
Violations (5yr)
14
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (41)
Charles Town Utilities
Shenandoah Corp
Shenandoach Corp
Jefferson County High School
Pngi And Charles Town Races
Robert Stiles
Caroline Partners Inc
Charles Town Utl-Glen Haven Utilities
2 health-basedShenandoah Plantation Mhp
Sleepy Hollow Country Club
Coolfont Mountainside North
All resolvedClaymont Society
Charles Town Utl-Cavaland Subdivision
Coolfont Mountainside Association-Salmon
All resolvedAntonio Chicc Hirichi
Pine Island Estates
Caz/Hillbrook Inn
Potomac Farms Water Co
8 health-basedJedeco Inc
Burt Sanders
John Browns Lodge
Shockeys Mhp
Wheelers Trailer Court
Sherman Dimon Mhp
Tony Chicchirichi
Jones Trailer Court
Shenandoah Down Race Track
Wilts Mhp
David L Wilt
Shenandoah Downs Race Track
Dicksons Cabin & Trailer Court
Green Ridge State Forest Hdqtrs
Hawthorne Inn
4 health-basedShenandoah Plantation
Blue Ridge Livestock Sales Inc
Sam Michael Park
Flowing Springs Pub
Willowbrooke Homeless Shelter
Long Shot Billiards
Claymont Society
Contaminants Found
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Charles Town (25414) has more violations than 99% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 246.
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.
Reverse Osmosis System
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
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
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.