B76/100

RADFORD ARMY AMMUNITION PLANT — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 1,602 people · Virginia

Water Source
Surface Water
County
System ID
VA1121643
Violations
9

Contaminant Test Results

1 contaminant above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
Lead (90th percentile)
< 0.001 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

5

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: December 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring Violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: December 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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: December 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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: October 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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: October 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 RADFORD ARMY AMMUNITION PLANT

Is RADFORD ARMY AMMUNITION PLANT water safe to drink?

RADFORD ARMY AMMUNITION PLANT water receives a grade of B (76/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.

What contaminants has RADFORD ARMY AMMUNITION PLANT detected?

1 contaminants were tested in RADFORD ARMY AMMUNITION PLANT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does RADFORD ARMY AMMUNITION PLANT have any EPA violations?

Yes, RADFORD ARMY AMMUNITION PLANT has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, MON, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.

How many people does RADFORD ARMY AMMUNITION PLANT serve?

RADFORD ARMY AMMUNITION PLANT serves approximately 1,602 people, Virginia.

What type of water does RADFORD ARMY AMMUNITION PLANT provide?

RADFORD ARMY AMMUNITION PLANT 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 VA1121643.

How does RADFORD ARMY AMMUNITION PLANT compare to other utilities in Virginia?

RADFORD ARMY AMMUNITION PLANT scores 76/100 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.