Water Quality in FRIENDLY, WV (26146)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 26146.
87
Total Violations
35
Health-Based
52
Monitoring / Reporting
78
Resolved
What does this mean?
78 of 87 violations have been resolved. 35 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 52 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 (87 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 13, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 13, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 13, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 14, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 14, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 1, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 1, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(6)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2024(38)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Groundwater Rule
20
How Does This Compare?
FRIENDLY (26146) has 87 recorded violations, including 35 health-based. 9 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
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.