F0/100
LOUISA COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,254 people · Virginia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
VA2109510
Violations
28
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 2Unresolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2025 – September 30, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2025 – September 30, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 LOUISA COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY
Is LOUISA COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
LOUISA COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 28 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has LOUISA COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY detected?
34 contaminants were tested in LOUISA COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does LOUISA COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, LOUISA COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY has 28 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MCL, MR. 27 are health-based violations.
How many people does LOUISA COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY serve?
LOUISA COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 4,254 people, Virginia.
What type of water does LOUISA COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY provide?
LOUISA COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY 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 VA2109510.
How does LOUISA COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Virginia?
LOUISA COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Virginia state page for a full comparison of water systems.