Water Quality in CHESTER, WV (26034)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 26034.
22
Total Violations
4
Health-Based
18
Monitoring / Reporting
20
Resolved
What does this mean?
20 of 22 violations have been resolved. 4 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 18 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 (22 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 24, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 13, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Xylenes, Total | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Xylenes, Total | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 15, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 15, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(2)
Groundwater Rule
20
Groundwater Rule
20
2023(8)
Xylenes, Total
03
Xylenes, Total
03
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule
12
Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule
12
Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule
12
Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule
12
How Does This Compare?
CHESTER (26034) has 22 recorded violations, including 4 health-based. 2 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.
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.