White Marsh, VA Water Safety: 73/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Although water quality varies across any metro, White Marsh's systems collectively post above-average compliance scores for VA — and documented violations are few.
How White Marsh Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for White Marsh Residents
- Estimated remediation: $1,200 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.6 — above typical levels.
White Marsh's Water Providers
Water service in White Marsh, VA is organized around a single utility — one of 1 tracked by regulator, and the one that manages the local distribution network while holding primary responsibility for EPA compliance reporting.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in White Marsh, Virginia, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 10,724 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in White Marsh — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for White Marsh: 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
White Marsh water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for White Marsh
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23183 | B | GLOUCESTER COUNTY WATER SYSTEM | 10,724 |
All ZIP Codes in White Marsh
- 23183 [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.
White Marsh Community Health Snapshot
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
White Marsh: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
10 FEMA flood insurance claims are on file for White Marsh, 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.
White Marsh has a moderate flood history with 10 FEMA claims averaging $14,594 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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