Lynchburg, VA Water Safety: 78/100 (2026)
9 ZIP codes · 6 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Based on current monitoring, Lynchburg holds an above-average drinking water safety record for VA — violations are infrequent and typically minor when they do appear.
How Lynchburg Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: Lynchburg, VA
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Distribution of water safety grades across Lynchburg.
Lynchburg Water: The Quick Version
- Average lead level: 0.002 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $2,200 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 12.36 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Lynchburg
Lynchburg, VA is covered by 3 major water utilities out of 6 federally tracked systems, each managing its own pipes, treatment processes, and EPA filings. What a household gets from the tap depends on which provider's system serves that address.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 9 ZIP codes in Lynchburg, Virginia, covering 6 community water systems serving approximately 103,237 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Lynchburg — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Lynchburg: B (78/100)
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
Lynchburg water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0020 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 1 ZIP code
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 8 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24501 | B | City of Lynchburg, | 80,995 |
| 24502 | B | City of Lynchburg, | 80,995 |
| 24503 | B | City of Lynchburg, | 80,995 |
| 24504 | B | City of Lynchburg, | 80,995 |
| 24505 | B | City of Lynchburg, | 80,995 |
| 24506 | B | City of Lynchburg, | 80,995 |
| 24513 | C | City of Lynchburg, | 80,995 |
| 24514 | B | City of Lynchburg, | 80,995 |
| 24515 | B | City of Lynchburg, | 80,995 |
All ZIP Codes in Lynchburg
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.
CDC Health Data for Lynchburg
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
Lynchburg: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Remediation costs in Lynchburg represent a moderate share of typical home values — worth budgeting for carefully, though within reach for most homeowners who plan ahead.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Lynchburg. The estimated $1,467–$2,933 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 32% below the Virginia average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Lynchburg
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Lead risk in Lynchburg appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Lynchburg
Flood risk in Lynchburg occupies the middle ground: 167 NFIP claims and 67% of local ZIP codes within FEMA flood zones. At that level, the risk pathways connecting flooding to water quality — treatment system stress, well infiltration, distribution backflow — become relevant considerations during significant flood events, even if day-to-day water quality is unaffected by flood history.
Lynchburg has a moderate flood history with 167 FEMA claims averaging $23,833 per payout. 67% 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>$2,200</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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