B67/100
NORTON, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,958 people · Virginia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
VA1720076
Violations
22
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 18.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1985.
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 NORTON, CITY OF
Is NORTON, CITY OF water safe to drink?
NORTON, CITY OF water receives a grade of B (67/100), which is considered good. Out of 35 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has NORTON, CITY OF detected?
35 contaminants were tested in NORTON, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NORTON, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, NORTON, CITY OF has 22 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1985. Violation types include MR.
How many people does NORTON, CITY OF serve?
NORTON, CITY OF serves approximately 3,958 people, Virginia. The system provides water to 1 community: Norton City.
What type of water does NORTON, CITY OF provide?
NORTON, CITY OF 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 VA1720076.
How does NORTON, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Virginia?
NORTON, CITY OF scores 67/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Virginia state page for a full comparison of water systems.