Water Quality in MIDDLEBOURNE, WV (26149)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 26149.

181

Total Violations

20

Health-Based

161

Monitoring / Reporting

178

Resolved

What does this mean?

178 of 181 violations have been resolved. 20 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 161 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: 2,448

Violations Detail (181 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
CARBON, TOTALHealth-BasedN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
CARBON, TOTALHealth-BasedN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
CARBON, TOTALHealth-BasedN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
CARBON, TOTALHealth-BasedN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
CARBON, TOTALHealth-BasedN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
CARBON, TOTALHealth-BasedN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
CARBON, TOTALHealth-BasedN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(3)

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Jun 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Jun 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Jun 30Resolved

2024(11)

CARBON, TOTAL

46

Dec 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

46

Dec 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

46

Dec 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

46

Dec 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

46

Sep 30Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

46

Sep 30Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

46

Sep 30Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

46

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Mar 25Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Mar 25Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Mar 25Active

How Does This Compare?

MIDDLEBOURNE (26149) has 181 recorded violations, including 20 health-based. 3 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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