C57/100
WISE, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,375 people · Virginia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
VA1195950
Violations
20
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
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, TOWN OF
Is WISE, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
WISE, TOWN OF water receives a grade of C (57/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 20 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has WISE, TOWN OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in WISE, TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WISE, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, WISE, TOWN OF has 20 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MCL, TT, MR. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does WISE, TOWN OF serve?
WISE, TOWN OF serves approximately 6,375 people, Virginia.
What type of water does WISE, TOWN OF provide?
WISE, TOWN 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 VA1195950.
How does WISE, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in Virginia?
WISE, TOWN OF scores 57/100 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.