A100/100
CHESTERFIELD CO CENTRAL WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 389,897 people · Virginia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
VA4041845
Violations
0
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 600.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
This system has a clean compliance history.
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 CHESTERFIELD CO CENTRAL WATER SYSTEM
Is CHESTERFIELD CO CENTRAL WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
CHESTERFIELD CO CENTRAL WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of A (100/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CHESTERFIELD CO CENTRAL WATER SYSTEM detected?
76 contaminants were tested in CHESTERFIELD CO CENTRAL WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CHESTERFIELD CO CENTRAL WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
No, CHESTERFIELD CO CENTRAL WATER SYSTEM has zero EPA violations on record. This indicates consistent compliance with federal drinking water standards.
How many people does CHESTERFIELD CO CENTRAL WATER SYSTEM serve?
CHESTERFIELD CO CENTRAL WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 389,897 people, Virginia.
What type of water does CHESTERFIELD CO CENTRAL WATER SYSTEM provide?
CHESTERFIELD CO CENTRAL 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 VA4041845.
How does CHESTERFIELD CO CENTRAL WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Virginia?
CHESTERFIELD CO CENTRAL WATER SYSTEM scores 100/100 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.