C58/100
BIG STONE GAP, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,372 people · Virginia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
VA1195100
Violations
27
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2006.
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 BIG STONE GAP, TOWN OF
Is BIG STONE GAP, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
BIG STONE GAP, TOWN OF water receives a grade of C (58/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 27 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BIG STONE GAP, TOWN OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in BIG STONE GAP, TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BIG STONE GAP, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, BIG STONE GAP, TOWN OF has 27 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2006. Violation types include MCL, Other, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does BIG STONE GAP, TOWN OF serve?
BIG STONE GAP, TOWN OF serves approximately 9,372 people, Virginia.
What type of water does BIG STONE GAP, TOWN OF provide?
BIG STONE GAP, 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 VA1195100.
How does BIG STONE GAP, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in Virginia?
BIG STONE GAP, TOWN OF scores 58/100 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.