C44/100
PRESTON COUNTY PSD 4 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,753 people · West Virginia
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
WV3303923
Violations
45
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2022 – January 26, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
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 PRESTON COUNTY PSD 4
Is PRESTON COUNTY PSD 4 water safe to drink?
PRESTON COUNTY PSD 4 water receives a grade of C (44/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 45 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PRESTON COUNTY PSD 4 detected?
51 contaminants were tested in PRESTON COUNTY PSD 4's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PRESTON COUNTY PSD 4 have any EPA violations?
Yes, PRESTON COUNTY PSD 4 has 45 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does PRESTON COUNTY PSD 4 serve?
PRESTON COUNTY PSD 4 serves approximately 8,753 people, West Virginia. The system provides water to 1 community: Albright.
What type of water does PRESTON COUNTY PSD 4 provide?
PRESTON COUNTY PSD 4 sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is WV3303923.
How does PRESTON COUNTY PSD 4 compare to other utilities in West Virginia?
PRESTON COUNTY PSD 4 scores 44/100 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.