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PUTNAM P S D — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 24,020 people · West Virginia

Water Source
Surface Water
County
—
System ID
WV3304011
Violations
5

Contaminant Test Results

EPA Violation History

4

Violations (last 5yr)

2

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

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: April 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: 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: April 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved

Missed required monitoring deadline

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: July 1, 2023 – July 31, 2023Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: Revised Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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 PUTNAM P S D

Is PUTNAM P S D water safe to drink?

PUTNAM P S D water receives a grade of A (95/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.

What contaminants has PUTNAM P S D detected?

69 contaminants were tested in PUTNAM P S D's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.

Does PUTNAM P S D have any EPA violations?

Yes, PUTNAM P S D has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR.

How many people does PUTNAM P S D serve?

PUTNAM P S D serves approximately 24,020 people, West Virginia. The system provides water to 1 community: Scott Depot (Rr Name Scott).

What type of water does PUTNAM P S D provide?

PUTNAM P S D 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 WV3304011.

How does PUTNAM P S D compare to other utilities in West Virginia?

PUTNAM P S D scores 95/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our West Virginia state page for a full comparison of water systems.

Cities Served

Scott Depot (Rr Name Scott)