Bent Mountain, VA (24059) Home Safety Report
EPA data for Western Virginia Water Authority
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 24059 in Bent Mountain, 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.
- PFAS At least one PFAS result is above an EPA MCL value (UCMR5 sampling; MCL compliance required from 2029).
- Radon EPA Zone 1 - highest county-level potential. This is not a home measurement; test before any threshold comparison.
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Read the card below - it documents the sole critical-level finding on file for Bent Mountain (24059), with the high-priority tier of the same safety record returning zero results.
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 (8) HIGH
Your Water System
ZIP code 24059 in Bent Mountain, Virginia is mapped to the water system Western Virginia Water Authority (EPA ID: VA2770900). This system provides water to approximately 182,700 people from surface water sources.
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- 20111 (Manassas)
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- 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
- 24079 (Copper Hill) - 7 mi
- 24087 (Elliston) - 7 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 24018 (Roanoke) - 8 mi
- 24162 (Shawsville) - 8 mi - 3 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 24065 (Boones Mill) - 9 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 24153 (Salem) - 9 mi
- 24067 (Callaway) - 10 mi
- 24072 (Check) - 10 mi
- 24155 (Roanoke) - 10 mi
- 24157 (Roanoke) - 10 mi
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Western Virginia Water Authority (VA2770900) 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.
PFAS Contamination Detected
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with ZIP code 24059. One or more compound results are above the level of a federal PFAS MCL with compliance required from 2029.
Detected compounds: PFOA, PFOS, PFPeA, HFPO-DA, PFHxA.
Highest measured level: 0.0089 µg/L
Reverse osmosis (RO) and activated carbon block filters can reduce PFAS at the tap. Certifications list the compounds covered: an NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 claim for PFOA/PFOS does not cover every PFAS, so check that the product lists the compounds detected here.
Environmental Hazards (10) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (7) MODERATE
Cost & Community (7) HIGH
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
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Gutter Installation & Repair
The median home in 24059 was built around 1987. Aging gutters can cause foundation damage, basement flooding, and mold - a professional assessment can prevent costly repairs.
Typical cost: Gutter installation: typically $1,000–$2,500 for a standard home
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 24059 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 0 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 24059 (primary system: Western Virginia Water Authority), 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 24059's water come from?
The recorded water source for Western Virginia Water Authority, a system mapped to ZIP code 24059, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 182,700 people.
How can I get my water tested in Bent Mountain?
If Western Virginia Water Authority 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 24059?
24059 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 1 (high county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Roanoke County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
Are there PFAS (forever chemicals) in 24059's water?
Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 24059. One or more PFAS results are above the level of a federal PFAS MCL with compliance required from 2029. Reverse osmosis and activated carbon filters certified to NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 specifically for PFOA/PFOS reduction can reduce PFAS.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Bent Mountain, VA (24059) Home Safety Report. https://zipcheckup.com/report/24059/
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Page version: October 2026.
Nearby ZIP Code Reports
Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 24059
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24079 | Copper Hill, VA | 7.1 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 24087 | Elliston, VA | 7.4 mi | N/A | 1 |
| 24018 | Roanoke, VA | 7.6 mi | D | 0 |
| 24162 | Shawsville, VA | 8.3 mi | N/A | 3 |
| 24065 | Boones Mill, VA | 9.3 mi | N/A | 1 |
| 24153 | Salem, VA | 9.5 mi | D | 0 |
| 24067 | Callaway, VA | 9.6 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 24072 | Check, VA | 9.6 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 24155 | Roanoke, VA | 9.7 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 24157 | Roanoke, VA | 9.7 mi | N/A | 0 |
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