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VA MEDICAL CENTER — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 2,175 people · West Virginia

Water Source
Groundwater Under Influence of Surface Water
County
—
System ID
WV3300227
Violations
62

Contaminant Test Results

EPA Violation History

7

Violations (last 5yr)

2

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

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: June 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Surface Water Treatment 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: June 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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, 2023Enforcement: 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: October 1, 2022 – December 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: October 1, 2022 – December 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: June 1, 2022 – August 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: June 1, 2022 – August 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 VA MEDICAL CENTER

Is VA MEDICAL CENTER water safe to drink?

VA MEDICAL CENTER water receives a grade of D (38/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 62 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has VA MEDICAL CENTER detected?

1 contaminants were tested in VA MEDICAL CENTER's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.

Does VA MEDICAL CENTER have any EPA violations?

Yes, VA MEDICAL CENTER has 62 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, Other.

How many people does VA MEDICAL CENTER serve?

VA MEDICAL CENTER serves approximately 2,175 people, West Virginia. The system provides water to 1 community: Martinsburg.

What type of water does VA MEDICAL CENTER provide?

VA MEDICAL CENTER sources its water from groundwater under influence of surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is WV3300227.

How does VA MEDICAL CENTER compare to other utilities in West Virginia?

VA MEDICAL CENTER scores 38/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our West Virginia state page for a full comparison of water systems.

Cities Served

Martinsburg