Clarksburg, WV: 8 Health Violations — 70/100 (2026)
4 ZIP codes · 13 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Across Clarksburg, EPA monitoring data shows low violation rates and healthy safety margins — a pattern that places the city well above WV's average for drinking water compliance across recent reporting cycles.
How Clarksburg Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Clarksburg Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 100 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0033 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,750 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 15.94 — above typical levels.
Clarksburg's Water Providers
At present, 3 utilities serve the bulk of Clarksburg, WV's residential water connections out of 13 systems active in the area, spread across independent providers with separate infrastructure and compliance obligations.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 4 ZIP codes in Clarksburg, West Virginia (population ~29,025), covering 13 community water systems serving approximately 47,160 people region-wide.
4 of 4 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 8 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Clarksburg: B (70/100)
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
Clarksburg water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0033 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): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 4 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 40 | 4 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 30 | 4 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 25 | 4 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 20 | 4 |
| Atrazine | Organic | 5 | 4 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26301 | C | 25 | 2 | Clarksburg Water Board |
| 26302 | B | 25 | 2 | Clarksburg Water Board |
| 26306 | B | 25 | 2 | Clarksburg Water Board |
| 26461 | B | 25 | 2 | Clarksburg Water Board |
All ZIP Codes in Clarksburg
- 26301 [C] — 25 violations ⚠
- 26302 [B] — 25 violations ⚠
- 26306 [B] — 25 violations ⚠
- 26461 [B] — 25 violations ⚠
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.
Clarksburg 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
What's in Clarksburg's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Clarksburg
Looking at how documented remediation costs fit within Clarksburg property values, the equity share lands in the moderate tier — a finding that positions the household financial perspective between routine maintenance and a significant budget commitment, where most homeowners can successfully address documented issues by treating the expense as a planned financial priority rather than an unexpected one.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Clarksburg. The estimated $850–$2,950 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 7% below the West Virginia average.
Clarksburg: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
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 Clarksburg 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.
Clarksburg: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Flood risk in Clarksburg occupies the middle ground: 462 NFIP claims and 50% 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.
Clarksburg has a moderate flood history with 462 FEMA claims averaging $6,700 per payout. 50% 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>$1,750</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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