D37/100
FORT EUSTIS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 16,900 people · Virginia
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
VA3700100
Violations
25
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 281.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2016.
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 FORT EUSTIS
Is FORT EUSTIS water safe to drink?
FORT EUSTIS water receives a grade of D (37/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 25 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has FORT EUSTIS detected?
69 contaminants were tested in FORT EUSTIS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FORT EUSTIS have any EPA violations?
Yes, FORT EUSTIS has 25 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include MR, MCL. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does FORT EUSTIS serve?
FORT EUSTIS serves approximately 16,900 people, Virginia. The system provides water to 1 community: Newport News City.
What type of water does FORT EUSTIS provide?
FORT EUSTIS 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 VA3700100.
How does FORT EUSTIS compare to other utilities in Virginia?
FORT EUSTIS scores 37/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Virginia state page for a full comparison of water systems.