When: November 13, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to complete routine monitoring
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: September 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Lead and Copper Rule
When: August 2, 2023Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to complete routine monitoring
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: August 1, 2023 – August 31, 2023Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2023 – July 31, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Violation related to Nitrate
When: November 1, 2022 – November 30, 2022Rule: Surface Water Treatment 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 FORT GAY WATER WORKS
Is FORT GAY WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
FORT GAY WATER WORKS water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 133 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has FORT GAY WATER WORKS detected?
4 contaminants were tested in FORT GAY WATER WORKS's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does FORT GAY WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, FORT GAY WATER WORKS has 133 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include TT, MR, Other. 15 are health-based violations.
How many people does FORT GAY WATER WORKS serve?
FORT GAY WATER WORKS serves approximately 1,685 people, West Virginia. The system provides water to 1 community: Fort Gay (Cassville).
What type of water does FORT GAY WATER WORKS provide?
FORT GAY WATER WORKS 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 WV3305004.
How does FORT GAY WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in West Virginia?
FORT GAY 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.