Chesapeake, VA (23322): 1 Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems
EPA data combined for 3 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: City of Chesapeake - Northwest River Sys)
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 23322 in Chesapeake, VA contain 1 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 0 are marked health-based.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 1 violation (non-health) (since 2021).
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0011 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- Radon EPA Zone 3 - county-level radon potential, not evidence of a low home result.
- Flood 578 cumulative NFIP claim records. This historical count is not a current property-risk verdict.
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Your Water System
ZIP code 23322 in Chesapeake, Virginia is mapped to the water system City of Chesapeake - Northwest River Sys (EPA ID: VA3550051). This system provides water to approximately 165,240 people from surface water sources.
There are 3 community water systems serving this area.
Lead & Copper in Your Water
The EPA requires water systems to monitor lead and copper levels under the Lead and Copper Rule.
| Metal | Measured Level | EPA Action Level | Status | Sample Date or Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper | Action-level exceedance on record | 1.3 mg/L | Exceeds action level | Not present in ZipCheckup accepted source data |
Water Systems Serving This Area
| System Name | EPA ID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Chesapeake - Northwest River Sys | VA3550051 | 165,240 | Surface water |
| Naval Support Activity-nw | VA3550620 | 1,400 | Groundwater |
| St. Brides Correctional Center | VA3550750 | 2,354 | Groundwater |
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
- 23327 (Chesapeake) - 5 mi
- 23328 (Chesapeake) - 5 mi
- 23320 (Chesapeake) - 6 mi
- 23326 (Chesapeake) - 9 mi
- 23323 (Chesapeake) - 10 mi - 3 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 23464 (Virginia Beach) - 11 mi
- 23324 (Chesapeake) - 11 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 23325 (Chesapeake) - 12 mi
- 23702 (Portsmouth) - 12 mi - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 23457 (Virginia Beach) - 12 mi
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for City of Chesapeake - Northwest River Sys (VA3550051) on EPA.gov.
5 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.
UCMR 5 PFAS monitoring: no reportable detections in available records
Available federal UCMR5 records for water systems mapped to ZIP code 23322 show no PFAS detections among the compounds tested, at the program's reporting levels.
The EPA Fifth Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5) required community and non-transient non-community water systems serving 3,300 or more people to test for 29 PFAS compounds and lithium between 2023 and 2025. Systems with no detections at the federal minimum reporting level had no results at or above that reporting level.
Environmental Hazards (11) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (7) OK
Cost & Community (8) OK
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
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Home & Flood Insurance
The ZIP code for this report in Chesapeake has 578 FEMA flood claims on record. Standard homeowner policies don't cover flood damage - make sure you're protected.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 23322 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 1 violation since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 23322 (primary system: City of Chesapeake - Northwest River Sys), 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 23322's water come from?
The recorded water source for City of Chesapeake - Northwest River Sys, a system mapped to ZIP code 23322, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 165,240 people.
How can I get my water tested in Chesapeake?
If City of Chesapeake - Northwest River Sys 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.
Is lead a concern in 23322 tap water?
The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 23322 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.00112 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2025-12-31). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.
What is the radon risk for 23322?
23322 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 3 (low county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Chesapeake County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
What does the NFIP claim history show for ZIP 23322?
FEMA records contain 578 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 23322; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is AE, which is claims evidence and may differ from the current FEMA map zone for a property. This is a substantial claim history, but claim count is not a count of distinct events or properties. Review FEMA's map for the specific property.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Chesapeake, VA (23322): 1 Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/23322/
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Page version: October 2026.
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Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 23322
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23327 | Chesapeake, VA | 4.9 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 23328 | Chesapeake, VA | 4.9 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 23320 | Chesapeake, VA | 6.3 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 23326 | Chesapeake, VA | 9.2 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 23323 | Chesapeake, VA | 9.9 mi | N/A | 3 |
| 23464 | Virginia Beach, VA | 11.3 mi | A | 0 |
| 23324 | Chesapeake, VA | 11.3 mi | N/A | 1 |
| 23325 | Chesapeake, VA | 11.8 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 23702 | Portsmouth, VA | 12.0 mi | N/A | 2 |
| 23457 | Virginia Beach, VA | 12.1 mi | N/A | 0 |
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