Fluvanna County, Virginia
9 ZIP codes · Avg score 50/100 · Grade D · Updated 2026-06-03
Water monitoring data from Fluvanna County's 9 ZIP codes tells a below-average story — health violations are present and system-level detail is worth checking.
How Fluvanna County Compares
How Fluvanna County Compares
Fluvanna County scores 16 points below the Virginia state average (66/100) and 18 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Fluvanna County, Virginia
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.2 (asthma 10.8%, diabetes 12.4%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $2,567, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.301% avg pipe failure probability, 25% of ZIPs at high risk
48.4% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
County Health Indicators vs National Average
Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Infrastructure Overview
Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.
Compound Risk Breakdown
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $2,567
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
14,776 housing units in Fluvanna County
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).
Water Safety Affordability
How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Fluvanna County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Fluvanna County, representing a small fraction of property value.
Remediation includes water filtration, lead abatement, radon mitigation, and flood protection where applicable. Source: Census ACS, EPA SDWIS.
Health Outcomes vs National Average
CDC PLACES data for Fluvanna County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 5 systems in Fluvanna County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fork Union Sanitary District | 2,150 | 9 |
| 2 | Fluvanna County Zion Crossroads | 25 | 9 |
| 3 | Lake Monticello | 12,933 | 1 |
| 4 | FLUVANNA CORRECTIONAL CENTER FOR WOMEN | 1,650 | 1 |
| 5 | Acsa Urban Area | 77,408 | 1 |
8 total water systems serve Fluvanna County.
All ZIP Codes in Fluvanna County
9 ZIP codes tracked in Fluvanna County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23022 | Bremo Bluff | 61 | C | 9 | $209K |
| 2 | 22974 | Troy | 55 | C | 1 | $312K |
| 3 | 22963 | Palmyra | 53 | D | 0 | $295K |
| 4 | 22972 | Somerset | 53 | D | 0 | $707K |
| 5 | 23038 | Columbia | 53 | D | 0 | $345K |
| 6 | 23084 | Kents Store | 53 | D | 0 | $263K |
| 7 | 22957 | Montpelier Station | 40 | D | 0 | — |
| 8 | 23055 | Fork Union | 40 | D | 0 | $160K |
| 9 | 24590 | Scottsville | 40 | D | 0 | $260K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Fluvanna County
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- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Fluvanna County, Virginia
Overview
Fluvanna County in Virginia covers 9 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of D (50/100).
2 of 9 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
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Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Updated daily.
What You Can Do
Fluvanna County has a grade of D. Here are steps to protect your household.
Test your tap water
Order a certified lab test kit ($20-$50) to check for lead, bacteria, and other contaminants specific to your ZIP code.
Consider a certified water filter
NSF-certified filters can remove most common contaminants. Match the filter to your test results for best protection. Try our filter matcher
Contact your water utility
Request the latest Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) from your water provider. It details exactly what was found in your water supply.
Check for lead in your home
48.4% of homes in this county were built before 1978. Older plumbing and solder can leach lead into drinking water, especially in the morning.