B74/100
BELMONT, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,003 people · West Virginia
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
WV3303701
Violations
23
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
8
Violations (last 5yr)
6
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: February 16, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: December 15, 2021 – February 9, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: April 14, 2021Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: April 14, 2021Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: April 14, 2021Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 BELMONT, CITY OF
Is BELMONT, CITY OF water safe to drink?
BELMONT, CITY OF water receives a grade of B (74/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BELMONT, CITY OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in BELMONT, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BELMONT, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, BELMONT, CITY OF has 23 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, MON.
How many people does BELMONT, CITY OF serve?
BELMONT, CITY OF serves approximately 1,003 people, West Virginia. The system provides water to 1 community: Belmont.
What type of water does BELMONT, CITY OF provide?
BELMONT, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is WV3303701.
How does BELMONT, CITY OF compare to other utilities in West Virginia?
BELMONT, CITY OF scores 74/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our West Virginia state page for a full comparison of water systems.