Water Quality in THOMAS, WV (26292)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 26292.

285

Total Violations

24

Health-Based

261

Monitoring / Reporting

279

Resolved

What does this mean?

279 of 285 violations have been resolved. 24 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 261 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: 782

Violations Detail (285 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
PicloramMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)MonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Heptachlor epoxideMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
LASSOMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
BHC-GAMMAMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
2,4-DMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
HeptachlorMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalateMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A

Violation Timeline

2025(16)

Picloram

03

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Heptachlor epoxide

03

Jun 30Resolved

LASSO

03

Jun 30Resolved

BHC-GAMMA

03

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

2,4-D

03

Jun 30Resolved

Heptachlor

03

Jun 30Resolved

Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate

03

Jun 30Resolved

Benzo(a)pyrene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Simazine

03

Jun 30Resolved

Methoxychlor

03

Jun 30Resolved

Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate

03

Jun 30Resolved

Atrazine

03

Jun 30Resolved

Hexachlorocyclopentadiene

03

Jun 30Resolved

2024(53)

Public Notice

75

Dec 11Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 11Resolved

Public Notice

75

Oct 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Oct 23Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Sep 30Active

Public Notice

75

Sep 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 9Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 9Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Jul 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Jul 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Jul 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Jul 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Jun 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Jun 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Jun 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Jun 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Jun 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

Jun 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

Jun 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

43

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

May 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 13Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 13Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 13Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 13Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 13Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 13Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Resolved

How Does This Compare?

THOMAS (26292) has 285 recorded violations, including 24 health-based. 6 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

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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

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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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