Springfield, VA Water Safety: 54/100 (2026)
9 ZIP codes · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Water monitoring data from Springfield, VA tells a below-average story — health violations are present and system-level detail is worth reviewing before drawing conclusions.
How Springfield Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: Springfield, 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 Springfield.
Springfield Water: The Quick Version
- Estimated remediation: $1,500 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 9.75.
Water Systems Serving Springfield
Water service in Springfield, VA is split across 2 utilities out of 2 tracked federally, each operating its own infrastructure and compliance record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 9 ZIP codes in Springfield, Virginia (population ~106,868), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 1,124,253 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Springfield — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Springfield: D (54/100)
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
Springfield water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Springfield
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 4 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 5 ZIP codes
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22150 | C | FAIRFAX COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY | 1,121,613 |
| 22151 | C | FAIRFAX COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY | 1,121,613 |
| 22152 | C | FAIRFAX COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY | 1,121,613 |
| 22153 | C | FAIRFAX COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY | 1,121,613 |
| 22156 | D | FAIRFAX COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY | 1,121,613 |
| 22158 | D | FAIRFAX COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY | 1,121,613 |
| 22159 | D | FAIRFAX COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY | 1,121,613 |
| 22160 | D | FAIRFAX COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY | 1,121,613 |
| 22161 | C | WAVERLY, TOWN OF | 2,640 |
All ZIP Codes in Springfield
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 Springfield
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
Springfield: Remediation Cost in Perspective
When estimated remediation is placed alongside median property values in Springfield, the resulting ratio is low — a finding consistent with a household financial perspective where documented issues can be addressed without a meaningful impact on overall equity position, making this market one of the more favorable contexts for remediation planning.
Remediation costs in Springfield are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,000–$2,050 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 103% above the Virginia average.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Springfield
Flood history in Springfield spans 106 NFIP claims and 44% flood zone coverage — enough to place it in moderate-exposure territory where flood events are genuinely recurring rather than statistical outliers. That distinction matters for water quality assessment because the connection between flooding and water safety is not uniform across communities. In low-exposure areas, flooding rarely generates the conditions needed to compromise treatment or distribution infrastructure. In high-exposure areas, it can do so repeatedly. Moderate-exposure communities sit in between: flood events occur with enough frequency to make periodic infrastructure stress a reasonable concern, particularly for private well owners and residents in lower-elevation FEMA-designated zones.
Springfield has a moderate flood history with 106 FEMA claims averaging $4,171 per payout. 44% 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>$1,500</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.
What You Can Do in Springfield
- 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 Springfield, VA