Water Quality in Morgantown, WV (26501)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 26501.
Active Health Violations
10 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 95% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
19,529
Population
20
Water Systems
85
Violations (5yr)
10
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (20)
Morgantown Utility Board
Umh In Broadmore, Llc Aka Broadmore Esta
4 health-basedUmh Arbor Estates
Fohl Village Mhp
All resolvedUmh Valley View Honeybrook Mhp
Hudson Estates Pws
Countryside Estates
All resolvedFrieden Manor Mhp
Somerset Estates Mhp
All resolvedOakwood Lake Village Mhp
4 health-basedDeer Meadows Mhp
All resolvedCollingwood Llc Umh Ny
All resolvedUmh Sunnyside Mhp
All resolvedHayden Heights Mhp
All resolvedLittle Chippewa Estates
Mountaintop Mobilehome Park
2 health-basedMonroe Valley Mhp
Umh Gregory Courts Mhp
Weavers Campground
Adventure West Virginia
All resolvedContaminants 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.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Morgantown (26501) has more violations than 95% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 85.
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.