A91/100
SWORDS CREEK - RCPSA — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,233 people · Virginia
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
VA1167900
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2023 – April 26, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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: June 1, 2022 – June 30, 2022Rule: 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 SWORDS CREEK - RCPSA
Is SWORDS CREEK - RCPSA water safe to drink?
SWORDS CREEK - RCPSA water receives a grade of A (91/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SWORDS CREEK - RCPSA detected?
1 contaminants were tested in SWORDS CREEK - RCPSA's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does SWORDS CREEK - RCPSA have any EPA violations?
Yes, SWORDS CREEK - RCPSA has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MR, MON, Other. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does SWORDS CREEK - RCPSA serve?
SWORDS CREEK - RCPSA serves approximately 3,233 people, Virginia.
What type of water does SWORDS CREEK - RCPSA provide?
SWORDS CREEK - RCPSA 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 VA1167900.
How does SWORDS CREEK - RCPSA compare to other utilities in Virginia?
SWORDS CREEK - RCPSA scores 91/100 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.