B75/100
PEARISBURG, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,760 people · Virginia
Water Source
GUP
County
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System ID
VA1071660
Violations
14
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2024 – March 31, 2024Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 2, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 PEARISBURG, TOWN OF
Is PEARISBURG, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
PEARISBURG, TOWN OF water receives a grade of B (75/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PEARISBURG, TOWN OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in PEARISBURG, TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PEARISBURG, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, PEARISBURG, TOWN OF has 14 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does PEARISBURG, TOWN OF serve?
PEARISBURG, TOWN OF serves approximately 2,760 people, Virginia.
What type of water does PEARISBURG, TOWN OF provide?
PEARISBURG, TOWN OF sources its water from gup. The utility's system ID is VA1071660.
How does PEARISBURG, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in Virginia?
PEARISBURG, TOWN OF scores 75/100 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.