Water Quality in Pennsboro, WV (26415)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 26415.
No Health-Based Violations
None of the 6 water systems serving this ZIP have exceeded federal contaminant limits in the past 5 years. There are13 monitoring/reporting violations (missed testing deadlines), all resolved.
Better than 72% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
3,308
Population
6
Water Systems
13
Violations (5yr)
0
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (6)
Pleasants Co Psd
Pennsboro
Long Run Tavern
Paynes Mhp
Mountain State Academy
Greenwood Motel
Contaminants Found
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Pennsboro (26415) has more violations than 72% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 13, most of which are monitoring/reporting issues.
Water Filter Recommendations
No contaminant issues detected. For general protection, a basic carbon filter removes common impurities like chlorine and sediment. Look for NSF/ANSI 42 certified products.