Grimstead, VA Water Safety: 73/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Water utilities in Grimstead have maintained a consistent compliance record over recent monitoring periods — the city's above-average grade in VA reflects low violation rates and no systemic health concerns flagged in current data.
How Grimstead Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Grimstead Water
- Estimated remediation: $1,200 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.98 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Grimstead
Federal records track 1 water system in Grimstead, VA, and a single provider handles the dominant share of residential connections while carrying primary responsibility for EPA compliance.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Grimstead, Virginia, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 88 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Grimstead — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Grimstead: B (73/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Grimstead water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Grimstead
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23064 | B | CRICKET HILL APARTMENTS | 88 |
All ZIP Codes in Grimstead
- 23064 [B]
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
Health Outcomes in Grimstead
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Flood & Climate Risk in Grimstead
10 FEMA flood insurance claims are on file for Grimstead, and 100% of local ZIP codes fall within federally designated flood zones — enough to put flood exposure on the planning radar, though short of the concentrated-risk threshold where treatment-system vulnerability becomes a primary consideration.
Grimstead has a moderate flood history with 10 FEMA claims averaging $6,935 per payout. 100% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,200</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
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