A87/100
WVAWC - HUNTINGTON DIST — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 98,647 people · West Virginia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
WV3300608
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
1,4-dioxane | 0.430 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Missed required monitoring deadline
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2022 – October 31, 2022Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Missed required monitoring deadline
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: September 1, 2022 – September 30, 2022Rule: Surface Water Treatment 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 WVAWC - HUNTINGTON DIST
Is WVAWC - HUNTINGTON DIST water safe to drink?
WVAWC - HUNTINGTON DIST water receives a grade of A (87/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has WVAWC - HUNTINGTON DIST detected?
69 contaminants were tested in WVAWC - HUNTINGTON DIST's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), 1,4-dioxane. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WVAWC - HUNTINGTON DIST have any EPA violations?
Yes, WVAWC - HUNTINGTON DIST has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does WVAWC - HUNTINGTON DIST serve?
WVAWC - HUNTINGTON DIST serves approximately 98,647 people, West Virginia. The system provides water to 1 community: Huntington.
What type of water does WVAWC - HUNTINGTON DIST provide?
WVAWC - HUNTINGTON DIST 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 WV3300608.
How does WVAWC - HUNTINGTON DIST compare to other utilities in West Virginia?
WVAWC - HUNTINGTON DIST scores 87/100 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.