A82/100
GCWSA - JARRATT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,190 people · Virginia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
VA3081550
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 600.48 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2012.
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 GCWSA - JARRATT
Is GCWSA - JARRATT water safe to drink?
GCWSA - JARRATT water receives a grade of A (82/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 51 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has GCWSA - JARRATT detected?
51 contaminants were tested in GCWSA - JARRATT's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GCWSA - JARRATT have any EPA violations?
Yes, GCWSA - JARRATT has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2012. Violation types include MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does GCWSA - JARRATT serve?
GCWSA - JARRATT serves approximately 7,190 people, Virginia.
What type of water does GCWSA - JARRATT provide?
GCWSA - JARRATT 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 VA3081550.
How does GCWSA - JARRATT compare to other utilities in Virginia?
GCWSA - JARRATT scores 82/100 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.