A100/100
PWCSA - WEST — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 136,409 people · Virginia
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
VA6153251
Violations
0
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 263.94 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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 - WEST
Is PWCSA - WEST water safe to drink?
PWCSA - WEST water receives a grade of A (100/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PWCSA - WEST detected?
69 contaminants were tested in PWCSA - WEST's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PWCSA - WEST have any EPA violations?
No, PWCSA - WEST has zero EPA violations on record. This indicates consistent compliance with federal drinking water standards.
How many people does PWCSA - WEST serve?
PWCSA - WEST serves approximately 136,409 people, Virginia.
What type of water does PWCSA - WEST provide?
PWCSA - WEST 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 VA6153251.
How does PWCSA - WEST compare to other utilities in Virginia?
PWCSA - WEST scores 100/100 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.