F10/100
BUCKINGHAM CO WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,759 people · Virginia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
VA5029085
Violations
26
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
8
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
7
Health-Related
TIER 2Unresolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2025 – September 30, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Other Violation
When: April 1, 2025Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: April 1, 2024 – June 30, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2024 – March 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2024 – March 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: 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 BUCKINGHAM CO WATER SYSTEM
Is BUCKINGHAM CO WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
BUCKINGHAM CO WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of F (10/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 26 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BUCKINGHAM CO WATER SYSTEM detected?
31 contaminants were tested in BUCKINGHAM CO WATER SYSTEM's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does BUCKINGHAM CO WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, BUCKINGHAM CO WATER SYSTEM has 26 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MCL, Other, MR. 16 are health-based violations.
How many people does BUCKINGHAM CO WATER SYSTEM serve?
BUCKINGHAM CO WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 5,759 people, Virginia.
What type of water does BUCKINGHAM CO WATER SYSTEM provide?
BUCKINGHAM CO WATER SYSTEM 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 VA5029085.
How does BUCKINGHAM CO WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Virginia?
BUCKINGHAM CO WATER SYSTEM scores 10/100 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.