F0/100
CEREDO WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,472 people · West Virginia
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
WV3305001
Violations
58
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – November 12, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: December 30, 2023Rule: 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 CEREDO WATER WORKS
Is CEREDO WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
CEREDO WATER WORKS water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 58 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CEREDO WATER WORKS detected?
1 contaminants were tested in CEREDO WATER WORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CEREDO WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, CEREDO WATER WORKS has 58 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 11 are health-based violations.
How many people does CEREDO WATER WORKS serve?
CEREDO WATER WORKS serves approximately 1,472 people, West Virginia. The system provides water to 1 community: Ceredo.
What type of water does CEREDO WATER WORKS provide?
CEREDO WATER WORKS 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 WV3305001.
How does CEREDO WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in West Virginia?
CEREDO WATER WORKS scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our West Virginia state page for a full comparison of water systems.