A95/100
DCPSA - BIG CANEY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,660 people · Virginia
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
VA1051737
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
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
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 DCPSA - BIG CANEY
Is DCPSA - BIG CANEY water safe to drink?
DCPSA - BIG CANEY water receives a grade of A (95/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 33 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has DCPSA - BIG CANEY detected?
33 contaminants were tested in DCPSA - BIG CANEY's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does DCPSA - BIG CANEY have any EPA violations?
Yes, DCPSA - BIG CANEY has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does DCPSA - BIG CANEY serve?
DCPSA - BIG CANEY serves approximately 3,660 people, Virginia.
What type of water does DCPSA - BIG CANEY provide?
DCPSA - BIG CANEY sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is VA1051737.
How does DCPSA - BIG CANEY compare to other utilities in Virginia?
DCPSA - BIG CANEY scores 95/100 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.