A89/100
PWCSA - EAST — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 168,747 people · Virginia
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
VA6153600
Violations
0
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
This system has a clean compliance history.
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 PWCSA - EAST
Is PWCSA - EAST water safe to drink?
PWCSA - EAST water receives a grade of A (89/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 76 contaminants tested, 2 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PWCSA - EAST detected?
76 contaminants were tested in PWCSA - EAST's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, PFOS. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PWCSA - EAST have any EPA violations?
No, PWCSA - EAST has zero EPA violations on record. This indicates consistent compliance with federal drinking water standards.
How many people does PWCSA - EAST serve?
PWCSA - EAST serves approximately 168,747 people, Virginia.
What type of water does PWCSA - EAST provide?
PWCSA - EAST sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is VA6153600.
How does PWCSA - EAST compare to other utilities in Virginia?
PWCSA - EAST scores 89/100 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.