B72/100
DANVILLE, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 43,055 people · Virginia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
VA5590100
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.009 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
3
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: April 1, 2023 – June 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2023 – March 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2022 – December 31, 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 DANVILLE, CITY OF
Is DANVILLE, CITY OF water safe to drink?
DANVILLE, CITY OF water receives a grade of B (72/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has DANVILLE, CITY OF detected?
69 contaminants were tested in DANVILLE, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does DANVILLE, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, DANVILLE, CITY OF has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MCL. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does DANVILLE, CITY OF serve?
DANVILLE, CITY OF serves approximately 43,055 people, Virginia. The system provides water to 1 community: Danville City.
What type of water does DANVILLE, CITY OF provide?
DANVILLE, CITY 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 VA5590100.
How does DANVILLE, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Virginia?
DANVILLE, CITY OF scores 72/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Virginia state page for a full comparison of water systems.