A82/100
HENRICO COUNTY WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 330,000 people · Virginia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
VA4087125
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 520.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2004.
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 HENRICO COUNTY WATER SYSTEM
Is HENRICO COUNTY WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
HENRICO COUNTY WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of A (82/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has HENRICO COUNTY WATER SYSTEM detected?
76 contaminants were tested in HENRICO COUNTY WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HENRICO COUNTY WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, HENRICO COUNTY WATER SYSTEM has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2004. Violation types include TT, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does HENRICO COUNTY WATER SYSTEM serve?
HENRICO COUNTY WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 330,000 people, Virginia.
What type of water does HENRICO COUNTY WATER SYSTEM provide?
HENRICO COUNTY WATER SYSTEM 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 VA4087125.
How does HENRICO COUNTY WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Virginia?
HENRICO COUNTY WATER SYSTEM 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.