A82/100
BVU AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 20,000 people · Virginia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
VA1520070
Violations
18
Contaminant Test Results
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 BVU AUTHORITY
Is BVU AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
BVU AUTHORITY water receives a grade of A (82/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BVU AUTHORITY detected?
69 contaminants were tested in BVU AUTHORITY's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does BVU AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, BVU AUTHORITY has 18 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does BVU AUTHORITY serve?
BVU AUTHORITY serves approximately 20,000 people, Virginia. The system provides water to 1 community: Bristol City.
What type of water does BVU AUTHORITY provide?
BVU AUTHORITY 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 VA1520070.
How does BVU AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Virginia?
BVU AUTHORITY scores 82/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Virginia state page for a full comparison of water systems.