Montpelier Station, VA: High Radon Risk — 40/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Montpelier Station, VA water systems: poor compliance record, lower-tier safety grade.
How Montpelier Station Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Montpelier Station Water
- Estimated remediation: $1,200 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.69 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Montpelier Station
Montpelier Station, VA draws its residential water from 2 separate providers among the 2 federally tracked systems. Each operates independently, with its own infrastructure, rate structure, and compliance record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Montpelier Station, Virginia, covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 6,822 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Montpelier Station — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Montpelier Station: D (40/100)
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
Montpelier Station water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Montpelier Station
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22957 | D | ORANGE, TOWN OF | 5,022 |
All ZIP Codes in Montpelier Station
- 22957 [D]
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 Montpelier Station
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 Montpelier Station
- 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.
- Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Montpelier Station, VA