Ladysmith, VA Water Safety: 66/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Ladysmith: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
Safe water is the norm across most of Ladysmith, VA - but documented violations push the city to the middle safety tier.
How Ladysmith Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
Who Supplies Your Water in Ladysmith
Ladysmith, VA runs on one primary water provider among the 1 federally tracked system. A single utility is responsible for the overwhelming share of residential supply - including the infrastructure, compliance filings, and rate schedules that govern service for most households.
- C
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Ladysmith, Virginia, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 4,235 people.
No EPA violations are recorded for the tracked water systems in Ladysmith as of the latest reporting period.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Ladysmith: C (66/100)
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
Ladysmith water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Ladysmith
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22501 | C | CAROLINE UTILITY SYSTEM | 4,235 |
All ZIP Codes in Ladysmith
- 22501 [C]
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 Ladysmith
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
What You Can Do in Ladysmith
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages - your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Ladysmith, VA