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Worst ZIP Codes for Lead in Water in West Virginia —...

Last updated: June 4, 2026

374 ZIP codes ranked by Lead (mg/L) #1: ZIP 25918 (Shady Spring, WV) — 33.8 ppb
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Out of 374 ZIP codes with data in West Virginia, these are the highest-ranked areas for lead (mg/l). See also: National Worst ZIP Codes for Lead in Water | All West Virginia Rankings

Statistic Value
ZIP codes ranked 374
Highest value 33.8 ppb
Median value 1.0 ppb
State West Virginia

Top 100 Worst ZIP Codes

Rank ZIP Code City State Lead (mg/L) Safety Score
1 25918 Shady Spring WV 33.8 ppb 38/100
2 26261 Richwood WV 18.5 ppb 36/100
3 25841 Flat Top WV 14.1 ppb 23/100
4 25865 Lester WV 14.1 ppb 40/100
5 25825 Cool Ridge WV 9.8 ppb 70/100
6 26250 Belington WV 9.6 ppb 58/100
7 25239 Cottageville WV 9.3 ppb 68/100
8 26105 Vienna WV 8.8 ppb 51/100
9 25685 Naugatuck WV 8.6 ppb 56/100
10 25696 Varney WV 8.6 ppb 77/100
11 26260 Davis WV 8.6 ppb 70/100
12 26750 Piedmont WV 7.7 ppb 38/100
13 25667 Chattaroy WV 5.6 ppb 76/100
14 26055 Proctor WV 5.6 ppb 64/100
15 25260 Mason WV 5.3 ppb 68/100
16 26146 Friendly WV 4.9 ppb 70/100
17 24739 Princeton WV 4.6 ppb 57/100
18 24740 Princeton WV 4.6 ppb 52/100
19 26575 Hundred WV 4.6 ppb 61/100
20 25275 Sandyville WV 4.5 ppb 78/100
21 24712 Athens WV 4.3 ppb 70/100
22 25248 Kenna WV 4.3 ppb 63/100
23 25271 Ripley WV 4.3 ppb 59/100
24 26047 New Cumberland WV 4.1 ppb 58/100
25 24892 War WV 3.9 ppb 81/100
26 26743 New Creek WV 3.9 ppb 66/100
27 24836 Gary WV 3.8 ppb 86/100
28 26257 Coalton WV 3.8 ppb 82/100
29 26275 Junior WV 3.8 ppb 81/100
30 26285 Norton WV 3.8 ppb 78/100
31 26767 Wiley Ford WV 3.8 ppb 56/100
32 25411 Berkeley Springs WV 3.5 ppb 46/100
33 26757 Romney WV 3.5 ppb 57/100
34 26187 Williamstown WV 3.4 ppb 69/100
35 24901 Lewisburg WV 3.3 ppb 49/100
36 26301 Clarksburg WV 3.3 ppb 60/100
37 26302 Clarksburg WV 3.3 ppb 70/100
38 26306 Clarksburg WV 3.3 ppb 73/100
39 26461 Clarksburg WV 3.3 ppb 75/100
40 24963 Peterstown WV 3.2 ppb 68/100
41 25286 Walton WV 3.2 ppb 74/100
42 25503 Ashton WV 3.1 ppb 77/100
43 25530 Kenova WV 3.1 ppb 81/100
44 26033 Cameron WV 3.1 ppb 63/100
45 26601 Sutton WV 3.1 ppb 70/100
46 26764 Terra Alta WV 3.1 ppb 68/100
47 25438 Ranson WV 3.0 ppb 60/100
48 26711 Capon Bridge WV 3.0 ppb 52/100
49 25981 Quinwood WV 2.9 ppb 68/100
50 25425 Harpers Ferry WV 2.9 ppb 63/100
51 25434 Paw Paw WV 2.9 ppb 55/100
52 26134 Belmont WV 2.9 ppb 74/100
53 26519 Albright WV 2.9 ppb 56/100
54 26525 Bruceton Mills WV 2.9 ppb 64/100
55 26681 Nettie WV 2.9 ppb 81/100
56 25676 Lenore WV 2.8 ppb 81/100
57 26205 Craigsville WV 2.7 ppb 63/100
58 25043 Clay WV 2.6 ppb 70/100
59 26362 Harrisville WV 2.6 ppb 64/100
60 26753 Ridgeley WV 2.6 ppb 64/100
61 24981 Talcott WV 2.5 ppb 44/100
62 26704 Augusta WV 2.5 ppb 61/100
63 26520 Arthurdale WV 2.4 ppb 54/100
64 26547 Reedsville WV 2.4 ppb 66/100
65 25920 Slab Fork WV 2.4 ppb 59/100
66 24817 Bradshaw WV 2.3 ppb 86/100
67 25670 Delbarton WV 2.3 ppb 71/100
68 26147 Grantsville WV 2.3 ppb 48/100
69 26175 Sistersville WV 2.3 ppb 71/100
70 26164 Ravenswood WV 2.2 ppb 69/100
71 26075 Windsor Heights WV 2.1 ppb 65/100
72 26346 Ellenboro WV 2.1 ppb 82/100
73 24701 Bluefield WV 2.0 ppb 53/100
74 24945 Greenville WV 2.0 ppb 50/100
75 25082 Fraziers Bottom WV 2.0 ppb 81/100
76 25401 Martinsburg WV 2.0 ppb 56/100
77 25402 Martinsburg WV 2.0 ppb 66/100
78 25403 Martinsburg WV 2.0 ppb 66/100
79 25404 Martinsburg WV 2.0 ppb 61/100
80 25405 Martinsburg WV 2.0 ppb 66/100
81 25410 Bakerton WV 2.0 ppb 45/100
82 25413 Bunker Hill WV 2.0 ppb 53/100
83 25419 Falling Waters WV 2.0 ppb 40/100
84 25420 Gerrardstown WV 2.0 ppb 59/100
85 25427 Hedgesville WV 2.0 ppb 51/100
86 25428 Inwood WV 2.0 ppb 65/100
87 25429 Martinsburg WV 2.0 ppb 61/100
88 25430 Kearneysville WV 2.0 ppb 60/100
89 25446 Summit Point WV 2.0 ppb 40/100
90 25514 Fort Gay WV 2.0 ppb 58/100
91 25570 Wayne WV 2.0 ppb 65/100
92 25601 Logan WV 2.0 ppb 58/100
93 25691 Rawl WV 2.0 ppb 91/100
94 25901 Oak Hill WV 2.0 ppb 78/100
95 26271 Hendricks WV 2.0 ppb 69/100
96 26369 Hepzibah WV 2.0 ppb 72/100
97 26419 Pine Grove WV 2.0 ppb 44/100
98 26739 Mount Storm WV 2.0 ppb 60/100
99 24941 Gap Mills WV 2.0 ppb 66/100
100 26167 Reader WV 1.9 ppb 63/100

Methodology

Lead rankings are based on the 90th percentile lead testing value (PB90) reported by water systems under the Lead and Copper Rule. When CCR data is unavailable, EPA SDWIS lead sampling data is used. The EPA action level for lead is 15 ppb (0.015 mg/L). There is no safe level of lead exposure.

Data sources: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), FEMA National Flood Insurance Program, EPA radon zone maps, EIA electricity rates, and Consumer Confidence Reports. Last updated: 2026-06-04.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a dangerous lead level in water?

The EPA action level is 15 parts per billion (ppb). The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends no more than 1 ppb for school drinking water. There is no safe level of lead exposure for children.

How is lead measured in water?

Water systems collect samples from homes with known lead service lines or lead solder. The 90th percentile value (PB90) means 90% of samples tested below that level. If PB90 exceeds 15 ppb, the system must take corrective action.

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