A89/100
CHINCOTEAGUE, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,344 people · Virginia
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
VA3001175
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.007 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: September 1, 2022 – September 30, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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 CHINCOTEAGUE, TOWN OF
Is CHINCOTEAGUE, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
CHINCOTEAGUE, TOWN OF water receives a grade of A (89/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CHINCOTEAGUE, TOWN OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in CHINCOTEAGUE, TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CHINCOTEAGUE, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, CHINCOTEAGUE, TOWN OF has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MON, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does CHINCOTEAGUE, TOWN OF serve?
CHINCOTEAGUE, TOWN OF serves approximately 3,344 people, Virginia.
What type of water does CHINCOTEAGUE, TOWN OF provide?
CHINCOTEAGUE, TOWN OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is VA3001175.
How does CHINCOTEAGUE, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in Virginia?
CHINCOTEAGUE, TOWN OF scores 89/100 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.