D30/100
WHEELING WATER — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 29,899 people · West Virginia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
—
System ID
WV3303516
Violations
35
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
1,4-dioxane | 0.396 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
3
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Lead and Copper Rule
When: August 1, 2025Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Lead and Copper Rule
When: August 1, 2025Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 WHEELING WATER
Is WHEELING WATER water safe to drink?
WHEELING WATER water receives a grade of D (30/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 35 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has WHEELING WATER detected?
69 contaminants were tested in WHEELING WATER's water. Notable contaminants include 1,4-dioxane. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WHEELING WATER have any EPA violations?
Yes, WHEELING WATER has 35 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include TT, Other, MR. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does WHEELING WATER serve?
WHEELING WATER serves approximately 29,899 people, West Virginia. The system provides water to 1 community: Wheeling.
What type of water does WHEELING WATER provide?
WHEELING 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 WV3303516.
How does WHEELING WATER compare to other utilities in West Virginia?
WHEELING WATER scores 30/100 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.