Thaxton, VA (24174): High Radon Potential Area
EPA data for Bedford Regional Water Authority (brwa)
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 24174 in Thaxton, 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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Safety & Health (7) MODERATE
Your Water System
ZIP code 24174 in Thaxton, Virginia is mapped to the water system Bedford Regional Water Authority (brwa) (EPA ID: VA5019052). This system provides water to approximately 38,794 people from surface water sources.
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 |
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
- 24122 (Montvale) - 5 mi - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 24523 (Bedford) - 7 mi
- 24178 (Villamont) - 8 mi
- 24064 (Blue Ridge) - 9 mi - 8 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 24095 (Goodview) - 11 mi
- 24570 (Lowry) - 12 mi
- 24121 (Moneta) - 13 mi - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 24175 (Troutville) - 13 mi - 13 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 24101 (Hardy) - 13 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 24066 (Buchanan) - 13 mi
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Bedford Regional Water Authority (brwa) (VA5019052) 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 (9) HIGH
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 24174 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 0 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 24174 (primary system: Bedford Regional Water Authority (brwa)), 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 24174's water come from?
The recorded water source for Bedford Regional Water Authority (brwa), a system mapped to ZIP code 24174, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 38,794 people.
How can I get my water tested in Thaxton?
If Bedford Regional Water Authority (brwa) 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 24174?
24174 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 2 (moderate county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Bedford 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). Thaxton, VA (24174): High Radon Potential Area. https://zipcheckup.com/report/24174/
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Page version: October 2026.
Nearby ZIP Code Reports
Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 24174
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24122 | Montvale, VA | 4.8 mi | N/A | 5 |
| 24523 | Bedford, VA | 7.2 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 24178 | Villamont, VA | 8.3 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 24064 | Blue Ridge, VA | 9.3 mi | N/A | 8 |
| 24095 | Goodview, VA | 11.4 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 24570 | Lowry, VA | 12.4 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 24121 | Moneta, VA | 12.5 mi | N/A | 5 |
| 24175 | Troutville, VA | 12.8 mi | N/A | 13 |
| 24101 | Hardy, VA | 13.4 mi | N/A | 1 |
| 24066 | Buchanan, VA | 13.4 mi | N/A | 0 |
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