A82/100
WASHINGTON PIKE PSD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,967 people · West Virginia
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
WV3300515
Violations
7
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: November 16, 2023 – March 11, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2022 – October 24, 2023Rule: Ground Water 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 WASHINGTON PIKE PSD
Is WASHINGTON PIKE PSD water safe to drink?
WASHINGTON PIKE PSD water receives a grade of A (82/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has WASHINGTON PIKE PSD detected?
31 contaminants were tested in WASHINGTON PIKE PSD's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WASHINGTON PIKE PSD have any EPA violations?
Yes, WASHINGTON PIKE PSD has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does WASHINGTON PIKE PSD serve?
WASHINGTON PIKE PSD serves approximately 2,967 people, West Virginia. The system provides water to 1 community: Wellsburg.
What type of water does WASHINGTON PIKE PSD provide?
WASHINGTON PIKE PSD sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is WV3300515.
How does WASHINGTON PIKE PSD compare to other utilities in West Virginia?
WASHINGTON PIKE PSD scores 82/100 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.