A97/100
WVAWC-KANAWHA VALLEY DIST — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 209,283 people · West Virginia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
WV3302016
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
3
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: July 1, 2024 – July 31, 2024Rule: 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: July 1, 2024 – July 31, 2024Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2024 – July 31, 2024Rule: Total Coliform 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-KANAWHA VALLEY DIST
Is WVAWC-KANAWHA VALLEY DIST water safe to drink?
WVAWC-KANAWHA VALLEY DIST water receives a grade of A (97/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has WVAWC-KANAWHA VALLEY DIST detected?
76 contaminants were tested in WVAWC-KANAWHA VALLEY DIST's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does WVAWC-KANAWHA VALLEY DIST have any EPA violations?
Yes, WVAWC-KANAWHA VALLEY DIST has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, MON.
How many people does WVAWC-KANAWHA VALLEY DIST serve?
WVAWC-KANAWHA VALLEY DIST serves approximately 209,283 people, West Virginia. The system provides water to 1 community: Charleston.
What type of water does WVAWC-KANAWHA VALLEY DIST provide?
WVAWC-KANAWHA VALLEY 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 WV3302016.
How does WVAWC-KANAWHA VALLEY DIST compare to other utilities in West Virginia?
WVAWC-KANAWHA VALLEY DIST scores 97/100 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.