Water Quality Report

Aurora, WV (26705): No EPA Water System

No EPA-registered water system mapped - county-level context only

High County Radon Potential

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 26705 in Aurora, WV do not contain a complete violation count and source window. ZipCheckup does not infer a clean record from missing or partial data.

Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS

Based on EPA Drinking Water FEMA Flood Data U.S. Census CDC Energy Information Admin. USGS Water Data & 9 more federal sources
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Current EPA violation data unavailable
Safety Score N/A
Water Quality N/A
Lead Risk N/A
NFIP Claim History N/A
Data confidence: High (direct measurement) Medium (sampled / sub-geography) Low (modeled / inferred) Methodology →

At a Glance

  • Radon EPA Zone 1 - highest county-level potential. This is not a home measurement; test before any threshold comparison.
Report data assembled: Jul 27, 2026 EPA water-system identity: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record EPA violation history: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record Lead, copper and UCMR measurements: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record
1
Water System
0
People Served
0
Health Violations (since 2021)
N/A
Water Source
Zone 1
County Radon Potential · High
$154K
Median Home Value28% above state median ($121K)

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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

EPA water compliance
Unknown
Evidence missing
PFAS MCL screen
Unknown
Evidence missing
EPA radon zone
0/100
Observed
Annual EPA AirData AQI
Unknown
Evidence missing

Required domains

Drinking water
Unknown
Indoor environment
0/100
Outdoor environment
Unknown

Coverage: 1 of 4 components and 1 of 3 domains observed.

Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.

Safety & Health (5) HIGH

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Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). No EPA-registered water system is mapped to ZIP 26705. To look up the system serving a specific address, use the state SDWIS search tool.

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.

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Home & Infrastructure (5) MODERATE

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Cost & Community (7) HIGH

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Protect Your Home in Aurora

Based on local data for ZIP 26705, these services may benefit homeowners in your area.

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Gutter Installation & Repair

The median home in 26705 was built around 1973. 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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Window Replacement

The median build year of homes in Aurora is 1973; check the age and condition of your own windows. ENERGY STAR windows can save $101–$583/year on energy bills.

Typical cost: Window replacement: typically $300–$800 per window installed

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Roofing Inspection & Repair

Homes built around 1973 may be on their second or third roof. A professional inspection can catch damage before leaks start.

Typical cost: Roof inspection: typically $75–$300; repairs $300–$1,500

Estimate Your Home Insurance Needs

Service recommendations are based on public data for this ZIP code (FEMA, Census ACS, NWS). Actual needs vary by property. By calling, your information will be shared with an independent service provider. ZipCheckup may receive compensation. Cost estimates are approximate and vary by property, condition, and contractor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 26705 safe to drink?

No EPA-registered public water system is mapped to ZIP 26705, so there is no federal water quality record to assess. Residents in this area typically rely on private wells or very small systems below EPA reporting thresholds. If you rely on a private well, the CDC recommends testing it at least once a year. 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 26705's water come from?

There is no community water system directly registered with the EPA for ZIP 26705. Most residents rely on private wells drawing from groundwater, or are served by a neighboring district that isn't cross-referenced to this ZIP in federal data. Check with your local county health department to confirm your source.

How can I get my water tested in Aurora?

Since no EPA-registered water utility is mapped to ZIP 26705, contact your local county health department or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends testing private wells at least once a year.

What is the radon risk for 26705?

26705 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 1 (high county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Preston 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

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Aurora, WV (26705): No EPA Water System. https://zipcheckup.com/report/26705/
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Page version: October 2026.

Nearby ZIP Code Reports

Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 26705

ZIP Code City, State Distance Grade Violations
26716 Eglon, WV 3.9 mi N/A 0
26425 Rowlesburg, WV 6.9 mi N/A 10
26764 Terra Alta, WV 9.0 mi N/A 47
26444 Tunnelton, WV 9.7 mi N/A 77
26707 Bayard, WV 11.8 mi N/A 0
26292 Thomas, WV 12.2 mi N/A 58
26537 Kingwood, WV 13.3 mi N/A 101
26720 Gormania, WV 13.5 mi N/A 0
26289 Red Creek, WV 13.9 mi N/A 0
26410 Newburg, WV 14.7 mi N/A 66

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