When: December 3, 2021 – November 29, 2023Rule: Ground Water 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: December 1, 2021 – February 28, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 GAULEY RIVER PSD
Is GAULEY RIVER PSD water safe to drink?
GAULEY RIVER PSD water receives a grade of C (51/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 26 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has GAULEY RIVER PSD detected?
31 contaminants were tested in GAULEY RIVER PSD's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GAULEY RIVER PSD have any EPA violations?
Yes, GAULEY RIVER PSD has 26 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does GAULEY RIVER PSD serve?
GAULEY RIVER PSD serves approximately 3,944 people, West Virginia. The system provides water to 1 community: Belva.
What type of water does GAULEY RIVER PSD provide?
GAULEY RIVER PSD 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 WV3301042.
How does GAULEY RIVER PSD compare to other utilities in West Virginia?
GAULEY RIVER PSD scores 51/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our West Virginia state page for a full comparison of water systems.