Marianna, WV Water Safety: 73/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Water utilities in Marianna have maintained a consistent compliance record over recent monitoring periods — the city's above-average grade in WV reflects low violation rates and no systemic health concerns flagged in current data.
How Marianna Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Marianna Water: The Quick Version
- Estimated remediation: $1,200 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 18.76 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Marianna
Across most of Marianna, WV, residential water comes from a single utility. That provider sets rates, manages infrastructure maintenance, and files compliance reports with the EPA on behalf of the households it serves. Federal tracking data shows 1 system on record, but one carries the bulk of the service load.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Marianna, West Virginia, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 2,162 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Marianna — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Marianna: 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
Marianna water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Marianna
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24859 | B | PINEVILLE MUNICIPAL WATER | 2,162 |
All ZIP Codes in Marianna
- 24859 [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.
CDC Health Data for Marianna
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
Climate-Related Water Risk for Marianna
Flood exposure in Marianna is meaningful by NFIP measures — 1 claim on record and 100% of ZIP codes carrying FEMA flood zone designations. That level of activity makes flood history a relevant factor when evaluating local water quality over time.
Marianna has a moderate flood history with 1 FEMA claims averaging $5,431 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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