Water Quality in SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV (25443)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 25443.

91

Total Violations

15

Health-Based

76

Monitoring / Reporting

84

Resolved

What does this mean?

84 of 91 violations have been resolved. 15 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 76 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: 10 Population served: 5,129

Violations Detail (91 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 11, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 25, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 25, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AMar 25, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AMar 25, 2025ActiveN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(9)

Public Notice

75

Jul 11Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Mar 25Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Mar 25Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 25Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Mar 25Active

2024(7)

Groundwater Rule

31

Oct 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Oct 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Oct 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jul 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jul 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 16Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 16Resolved

How Does This Compare?

SHEPHERDSTOWN (25443) has 91 recorded violations, including 15 health-based. 7 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 →

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

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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