C54/100
WILLIAMSTOWN WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,469 people · West Virginia
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
WV3305412
Violations
27
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.032 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
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, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 WILLIAMSTOWN WATER DEPT
Is WILLIAMSTOWN WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
WILLIAMSTOWN WATER DEPT water receives a grade of C (54/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 27 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has WILLIAMSTOWN WATER DEPT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in WILLIAMSTOWN WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WILLIAMSTOWN WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, WILLIAMSTOWN WATER DEPT has 27 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does WILLIAMSTOWN WATER DEPT serve?
WILLIAMSTOWN WATER DEPT serves approximately 3,469 people, West Virginia. The system provides water to 1 community: Williamstown.
What type of water does WILLIAMSTOWN WATER DEPT provide?
WILLIAMSTOWN WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is WV3305412.
How does WILLIAMSTOWN WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in West Virginia?
WILLIAMSTOWN WATER DEPT scores 54/100 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.