Water Quality in MILL CREEK, WV (26280)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 26280.

418

Total Violations

44

Health-Based

374

Monitoring / Reporting

395

Resolved

What does this mean?

395 of 418 violations have been resolved. 44 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 374 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: 2 Population served: 5,349

Violations Detail (418 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AFeb 12, 2025ActiveN/A
Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AFeb 12, 2025ActiveN/A
Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AFeb 12, 2025ActiveN/A
Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AFeb 12, 2025ActiveN/A
Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AFeb 12, 2025ActiveN/A
Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AFeb 12, 2025ActiveN/A
Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AFeb 12, 2025ActiveN/A
Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AFeb 12, 2025ActiveN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(15)

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

45

Feb 12Active

Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

45

Feb 12Active

Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

45

Feb 12Active

Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

45

Feb 12Active

Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

45

Feb 12Active

Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

45

Feb 12Active

Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

45

Feb 12Active

Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

45

Feb 12Active

Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

45

Feb 12Active

Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

45

Feb 12Resolved

Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

45

Feb 12Resolved

Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

45

Feb 12Resolved

Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

45

Feb 12Resolved

2024(61)

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Dec 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Dec 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 14Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Sep 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Aug 12Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Aug 12Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Aug 12Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2A

Aug 12Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

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

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 12Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 12Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

May 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

May 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

May 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 14Resolved

Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

12

May 9Resolved

Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

12

May 9Resolved

Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

12

May 9Resolved

Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

12

May 9Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Apr 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Apr 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Apr 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Apr 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Apr 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Apr 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 30Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Resolved

Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

12

Feb 7Resolved

Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

12

Feb 7Resolved

Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

12

Feb 7Resolved

Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

12

Feb 7Resolved

How Does This Compare?

MILL CREEK (26280) has 418 recorded violations, including 44 health-based. 23 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

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

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.

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