B61/100
RICHMOND, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 229,395 people · Virginia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
VA4760100
Violations
25
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 740.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: September 1, 2021 – September 5, 2021Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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 RICHMOND, CITY OF
Is RICHMOND, CITY OF water safe to drink?
RICHMOND, CITY OF water receives a grade of B (61/100), which is considered good. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has RICHMOND, CITY OF detected?
76 contaminants were tested in RICHMOND, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does RICHMOND, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, RICHMOND, CITY OF has 25 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MON, TT, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does RICHMOND, CITY OF serve?
RICHMOND, CITY OF serves approximately 229,395 people, Virginia. The system provides water to 1 community: Richmond City.
What type of water does RICHMOND, CITY OF provide?
RICHMOND, 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 VA4760100.
How does RICHMOND, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Virginia?
RICHMOND, CITY OF scores 61/100 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.