A82/100
SALEM, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 25,643 people · Virginia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
VA2775300
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2007.
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 SALEM, CITY OF
Is SALEM, CITY OF water safe to drink?
SALEM, CITY OF water receives a grade of A (82/100), 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 SALEM, CITY OF detected?
69 contaminants were tested in SALEM, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SALEM, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, SALEM, CITY OF has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2007. Violation types include MR.
How many people does SALEM, CITY OF serve?
SALEM, CITY OF serves approximately 25,643 people, Virginia. The system provides water to 1 community: Salem City.
What type of water does SALEM, CITY OF provide?
SALEM, 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 VA2775300.
How does SALEM, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Virginia?
SALEM, CITY OF scores 82/100 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.