Neighborhood Report
Grade C
Morgantown, WV Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade C
7 ZIP codes · 56 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Morgantown, WV. We analyzed 7 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade C (65/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 7 | 100% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Morgantown ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26502 | 69 | C | 8 | 0.0004 mg/L |
| 2 | 26504 | 69 | C | 8 | 0.0004 mg/L |
| 3 | 26506 | 69 | C | 8 | 0.0004 mg/L |
| 4 | 26501 | 64 | C | 8 | 0.0004 mg/L |
| 5 | 26507 | 64 | C | 8 | 0.0004 mg/L |
| 6 | 26508 | 64 | C | 8 | 0.0004 mg/L |
| 7 | 26505 | 59 | C | 8 | 0.0004 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 6 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 1 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 56 total violations across Morgantown
- 7 health-based violations
- 7 of 7 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 28 | 7 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 14 | 7 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | 7 | 7 |
| Contaminant 0800 | 7 | 7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Morgantown?
ZIP code 26502 has the highest safety score in Morgantown at 69/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is Morgantown water safe to drink?
Morgantown has an average water safety score of 65/100 (C). Water quality varies by neighborhood — no ZIP codes currently exceed EPA lead limits. Always check your specific ZIP code.
Related Pages
Data Sources
- EPA SDWIS
- U.S. Census Bureau
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