Water Quality in Davis, WV (26260)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 26260.
Active Health Violations
4 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 98% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,194
Population
22
Water Systems
189
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (22)
Canaan Valley State Park
Canaan Valley State Park
Davis Water Works
All resolvedTimberline-Cv Psd
2 health-basedCanaan Hospitality Inc
Black Bear Woods
1 health-basedLand Of Canaan Vacation Resort
North Point Subdivision
All resolvedDeerfield Village
All resolvedTimberline
Windwood Water Works
1 health-basedWhite Grass Ski Touring Center
Pointy Knob Subdivision
Canaan Valley Stores
All resolvedBilly Ginn Motel
North Lakes Subdivision
All resolvedCanaan Vistas
Big John'S Restaurant
Valley Pub Inc, The
Canaan Valley National Wildlife Reserve
All resolvedBlackwater Falls State Park
All resolvedAlldredge Academy
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Davis (26260) has more violations than 98% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 189.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Whole House Carbon Filter
A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.
Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.