C59/100
ALTAVISTA, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,850 people · Virginia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
VA5031050
Violations
18
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2021.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About ALTAVISTA, TOWN OF
Is ALTAVISTA, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
ALTAVISTA, TOWN OF water receives a grade of C (59/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 18 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ALTAVISTA, TOWN OF detected?
51 contaminants were tested in ALTAVISTA, TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ALTAVISTA, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, ALTAVISTA, TOWN OF has 18 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MCL, MR, Other. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does ALTAVISTA, TOWN OF serve?
ALTAVISTA, TOWN OF serves approximately 3,850 people, Virginia.
What type of water does ALTAVISTA, TOWN OF provide?
ALTAVISTA, TOWN OF sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is VA5031050.
How does ALTAVISTA, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in Virginia?
ALTAVISTA, TOWN OF scores 59/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Virginia state page for a full comparison of water systems.