C51/100
MOUNT HOPE WATER — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,567 people · West Virginia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
WV3301024
Violations
22
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
6
Violations (last 5yr)
5
Unresolved
5
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Lead and Copper Rule
When: October 6, 2023Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Lead and Copper Rule
When: October 6, 2023Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Lead and Copper Rule
When: October 6, 2023Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Lead and Copper Rule
When: October 6, 2023Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Lead and Copper Rule
When: October 6, 2023Rule: Surface Water Treatment 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 MOUNT HOPE WATER
Is MOUNT HOPE WATER water safe to drink?
MOUNT HOPE WATER water receives a grade of C (51/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 22 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MOUNT HOPE WATER detected?
1 contaminants were tested in MOUNT HOPE WATER's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MOUNT HOPE WATER have any EPA violations?
Yes, MOUNT HOPE WATER has 22 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, TT, MR. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does MOUNT HOPE WATER serve?
MOUNT HOPE WATER serves approximately 1,567 people, West Virginia. The system provides water to 1 community: Mount Hope.
What type of water does MOUNT HOPE WATER provide?
MOUNT HOPE WATER 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 WV3301024.
How does MOUNT HOPE WATER compare to other utilities in West Virginia?
MOUNT HOPE WATER 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.