C49/100
WISE COUNTY REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 11,500 people · Virginia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
VA1195900
Violations
11
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2024 – September 30, 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 WISE COUNTY REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM
Is WISE COUNTY REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
WISE COUNTY REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (49/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 11 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has WISE COUNTY REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM detected?
54 contaminants were tested in WISE COUNTY REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does WISE COUNTY REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, WISE COUNTY REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM has 11 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MCL, MR. 10 are health-based violations.
How many people does WISE COUNTY REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM serve?
WISE COUNTY REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 11,500 people, Virginia.
What type of water does WISE COUNTY REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM provide?
WISE COUNTY REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM 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 VA1195900.
How does WISE COUNTY REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Virginia?
WISE COUNTY REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM scores 49/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Virginia state page for a full comparison of water systems.