F0/100
BROOKNEAL, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,500 people · Virginia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
VA5031175
Violations
53
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: June 1, 2024 – June 27, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: June 1, 2024 – June 27, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Violation related to Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2022 – September 30, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2022 – September 30, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 BROOKNEAL, TOWN OF
Is BROOKNEAL, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
BROOKNEAL, TOWN OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 53 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BROOKNEAL, TOWN OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in BROOKNEAL, TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BROOKNEAL, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, BROOKNEAL, TOWN OF has 53 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, MON. 24 are health-based violations.
How many people does BROOKNEAL, TOWN OF serve?
BROOKNEAL, TOWN OF serves approximately 1,500 people, Virginia.
What type of water does BROOKNEAL, TOWN OF provide?
BROOKNEAL, 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 VA5031175.
How does BROOKNEAL, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in Virginia?
BROOKNEAL, TOWN OF scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Virginia state page for a full comparison of water systems.