Water Quality in ROWLESBURG, WV (26425)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 26425.

222

Total Violations

18

Health-Based

204

Monitoring / Reporting

220

Resolved

What does this mean?

220 of 222 violations have been resolved. 18 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 204 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: 8 Population served: 1,120

Violations Detail (222 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ANov 14, 2024ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ANov 14, 2024ResolvedN/A
TTHMMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ASep 14, 2024ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ASep 14, 2024ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ASep 14, 2024ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ASep 14, 2024ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 15, 2024ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 15, 2024ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJan 11, 2024ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2024(13)

Public Notice

75

Nov 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 14Resolved

TTHM

27

Sep 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 11Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 11Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 11Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 11Resolved

2023(28)

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Dec 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Dec 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Dec 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Dec 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Dec 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Dec 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 14Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Sep 30Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Sep 30Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Sep 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

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Jun 30Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Jun 30Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Jun 30Resolved

How Does This Compare?

ROWLESBURG (26425) has 222 recorded violations, including 18 health-based. 2 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

One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.

Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids

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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