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SUMMERSVILLE MUNICIPAL WATER — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 5,574 people · West Virginia

Water Source
Surface Water
County
—
System ID
WV3303404
Violations
23

Contaminant Test Results

2 contaminants above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
Copper (90th percentile)
1.62 mg/L1.30 mg/LOver Limit
Lead (90th percentile)
< 0.001 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

6

Violations (last 5yr)

4

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: March 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

Failed to complete routine monitoring

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

When: March 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

Monitoring Violation

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

When: March 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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: August 1, 2024 – August 31, 2024Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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: March 1, 2022 – May 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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: March 1, 2022 – May 31, 2022Rule: 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 SUMMERSVILLE MUNICIPAL WATER

Is SUMMERSVILLE MUNICIPAL WATER water safe to drink?

SUMMERSVILLE MUNICIPAL WATER water receives a grade of C (58/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 23 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has SUMMERSVILLE MUNICIPAL WATER detected?

32 contaminants were tested in SUMMERSVILLE MUNICIPAL WATER's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does SUMMERSVILLE MUNICIPAL WATER have any EPA violations?

Yes, SUMMERSVILLE MUNICIPAL WATER has 23 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, MON, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.

How many people does SUMMERSVILLE MUNICIPAL WATER serve?

SUMMERSVILLE MUNICIPAL WATER serves approximately 5,574 people, West Virginia. The system provides water to 1 community: Summersville.

What type of water does SUMMERSVILLE MUNICIPAL WATER provide?

SUMMERSVILLE MUNICIPAL 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 WV3303404.

How does SUMMERSVILLE MUNICIPAL WATER compare to other utilities in West Virginia?

SUMMERSVILLE MUNICIPAL WATER scores 58/100 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.

Cities Served

Summersville