Water Quality in AUGUSTA, WV (26704)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 26704.

354

Total Violations

4

Health-Based

350

Monitoring / Reporting

297

Resolved

What does this mean?

297 of 354 violations have been resolved. 4 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 350 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: 15 Population served: 4,274

Violations Detail (354 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ASep 12, 2025ActiveN/A
Groundwater RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 1, 2025ActiveN/A
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(47)

Public Notice

75

Sep 12Active

Groundwater Rule

20

Sep 1Active

Chlorine

27

Aug 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Aug 31Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

51

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

51

Jun 30Active

Public Notice

75

Jun 12Active

Groundwater Rule

31

May 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

May 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

May 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

May 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 13Active

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Apr 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Apr 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Apr 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Apr 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Apr 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Apr 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Apr 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Apr 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Mar 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Feb 28Resolved

Groundwater Rule

41

Feb 28Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Active

Groundwater Rule

31

Jan 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jan 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 10Active

2024(45)

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Dec 31Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Dec 31Active

TTHM

27

Dec 31Active

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Dec 31Active

Public Notice

75

Nov 13Active

Groundwater Rule

31

Oct 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Oct 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Oct 4Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Oct 4Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 11Active

Groundwater Rule

31

Aug 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Aug 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Aug 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 14Active

Groundwater Rule

31

Jul 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jul 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jul 31Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Groundwater Rule

31

Jun 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jun 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Jun 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

May 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

May 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

May 31Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Apr 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Apr 30Resolved

Groundwater Rule

31

Apr 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 30Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 29Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Active

How Does This Compare?

AUGUSTA (26704) has 354 recorded violations, including 4 health-based. 57 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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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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