D35/100
KEYSER CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,796 people · West Virginia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
WV3302915
Violations
42
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
3
Violations (last 5yr)
3
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
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: January 1, 2023 – March 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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: January 1, 2023 – March 31, 2023Rule: 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 KEYSER CITY OF
Is KEYSER CITY OF water safe to drink?
KEYSER CITY OF water receives a grade of D (35/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 42 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has KEYSER CITY OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in KEYSER CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does KEYSER CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, KEYSER CITY OF has 42 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MR, MON. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does KEYSER CITY OF serve?
KEYSER CITY OF serves approximately 4,796 people, West Virginia. The system provides water to 1 community: Keyser.
What type of water does KEYSER CITY OF provide?
KEYSER CITY 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 WV3302915.
How does KEYSER CITY OF compare to other utilities in West Virginia?
KEYSER CITY OF scores 35/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our West Virginia state page for a full comparison of water systems.