Water Quality in Richwood, WV (26261)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 26261.
Active Health Violations
5 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 90% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
2,760
Population
9
Water Systems
45
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (9)
Richwood Water Dept
4 health-basedUsfs Summit Lake Hp
Usfs Summit Lake Park Hp
Usfs Woodbine Picnic Upper 027 Hp
Usfs Lower Woodbine Hp
Usfs North Bend Picnic Area Well022 Hp
Richwood Chamber Of Commerce
Usfs Bishop Knob 012 (B - Right Loop) Hp
Usfs Woodbine Picnic Lower 026 Hp
1 health-basedContaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jan 2022
How Does This Compare?
Richwood (26261) has more violations than 90% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 45.
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.
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.