F0/100
MCDOWELL COUNTY PSD COALWOOD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,537 people · West Virginia
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
WV3302439
Violations
84
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
8
Violations (last 5yr)
6
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: August 10, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: August 10, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: August 10, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: June 1, 2025Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: June 1, 2025Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2023 – November 17, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
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: September 1, 2021 – November 30, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 MCDOWELL COUNTY PSD COALWOOD
Is MCDOWELL COUNTY PSD COALWOOD water safe to drink?
MCDOWELL COUNTY PSD COALWOOD water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 84 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MCDOWELL COUNTY PSD COALWOOD detected?
1 contaminants were tested in MCDOWELL COUNTY PSD COALWOOD's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MCDOWELL COUNTY PSD COALWOOD have any EPA violations?
Yes, MCDOWELL COUNTY PSD COALWOOD has 84 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, TT, MR. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does MCDOWELL COUNTY PSD COALWOOD serve?
MCDOWELL COUNTY PSD COALWOOD serves approximately 1,537 people, West Virginia. The system provides water to 1 community: Coalwood.
What type of water does MCDOWELL COUNTY PSD COALWOOD provide?
MCDOWELL COUNTY PSD COALWOOD sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is WV3302439.
How does MCDOWELL COUNTY PSD COALWOOD compare to other utilities in West Virginia?
MCDOWELL COUNTY PSD COALWOOD 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.