Water Quality in PAW PAW, WV (25434)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 25434.

111

Total Violations

15

Health-Based

96

Monitoring / Reporting

101

Resolved

What does this mean?

101 of 111 violations have been resolved. 15 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 96 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: 3 Population served: 574

Violations Detail (111 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 28, 2025ActiveN/A
Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 13, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 13, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(12)

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 28Active

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Aug 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Aug 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 13Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 13Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 13Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 13Resolved

2024(21)

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Dec 31Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Dec 31Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Dec 31Active

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Nov 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Nov 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Nov 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Nov 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Nov 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Nov 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 28Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Resolved

How Does This Compare?

PAW PAW (25434) has 111 recorded violations, including 15 health-based. 10 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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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