Water Quality in HAMLIN, WV (25523)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 25523.
34
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
34
Monitoring / Reporting
33
Resolved
What does this mean?
33 of 34 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 34 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.
Violations Detail (34 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 4, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 14, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 14, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 14, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 14, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 12, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 12, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2025(1)
Groundwater Rule
20
2024(4)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
How Does This Compare?
HAMLIN (25523) has 34 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. 1 remains 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
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
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.