Waterford, VA (20197) Home Safety Report
EPA data combined for 2 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Elysian Heights)
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 20197 in Waterford, VA contain zero recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026. This does not establish that every category was monitored or published, and it does not cover events outside that source window.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water No drinking-water violations in EPA records since 2021.
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result is below the laboratory reporting limit, not a measured zero; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- Radon EPA Zone 2 - county-level radon potential, not a home measurement.
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Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: Score unavailable
Required evidence is missing. Missing values remain unknown and are not imputed or renormalized.
Canonical components
Required domains
Coverage: 3 of 4 components and 2 of 3 domains observed.
Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.
Safety & Health (6) MODERATE
Your Water System
ZIP code 20197 in Waterford, Virginia is mapped to the water system Elysian Heights (EPA ID: VA6107555). This system provides water to approximately 1,061 people from groundwater sources.
There are 2 community water systems serving this area.
Water Systems Serving This Area
| System Name | EPA ID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elysian Heights | VA6107555 | 1,061 | Groundwater |
| Selma Estates | VA6107660 | 1,540 | Surface water |
Other Water Quality Reports in Virginia
- 20101 (Dulles)
- 20102 (Dulles)
- 20103 (Dulles)
- 20104 (Dulles)
- 20105 (Aldie) - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 20106 (Amissville)
- 20108 (Manassas)
- 20109 (Manassas)
- 20110 (Manassas)
- 20111 (Manassas)
- 20112 (Manassas)
- 20113 (Manassas)
- 20115 (Marshall)
- 20116 (Marshall)
- 20117 (Middleburg) - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 20118 (Middleburg)
- 20119 (Catlett) - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 20120 (Centreville) - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 20121 (Centreville)
- 20122 (Centreville)
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 20129 (Paeonian Springs) - 2 mi
- 20180 (Lovettsville) - 3 mi
- 20158 (Hamilton) - 4 mi - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 20159 (Hamilton) - 4 mi
- 20134 (Purcellville) - 5 mi
- 20176 (Leesburg) - 5 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 20177 (Leesburg) - 6 mi
- 20178 (Leesburg) - 6 mi
- 20132 (Purcellville) - 6 mi - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 20160 (Lincoln) - 7 mi
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Elysian Heights (VA6107555) on EPA.gov.
4 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.
Environmental Hazards (10) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (7) OK
Cost & Community (6) OK
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 20197 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 0 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 20197 (primary system: Elysian Heights), including 0 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.
Where does 20197's water come from?
The recorded water source for Elysian Heights, a system mapped to ZIP code 20197, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 1,061 people.
How can I get my water tested in Waterford?
If Elysian Heights supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.
What is the radon risk for 20197?
20197 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 2 (moderate county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Loudoun County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Waterford, VA (20197) Home Safety Report. https://zipcheckup.com/report/20197/
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Page version: October 2026.
Nearby ZIP Code Reports
Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 20197
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20129 | Paeonian Springs, VA | 2.2 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 20180 | Lovettsville, VA | 2.7 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 20158 | Hamilton, VA | 3.7 mi | C | 2 |
| 20159 | Hamilton, VA | 4.1 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 20134 | Purcellville, VA | 4.6 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 20176 | Leesburg, VA | 5.1 mi | B | 1 |
| 20177 | Leesburg, VA | 6.1 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 20178 | Leesburg, VA | 6.1 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 20132 | Purcellville, VA | 6.4 mi | C | 2 |
| 20160 | Lincoln, VA | 6.9 mi | N/A | 0 |
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