Church Woods
EPA ID: RI2980017 · 98 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Church Woods (RI2980017): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Church Woods has come through without a single EPA violation - a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 98 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Church Woods Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Church Woods serves a community with a median household income of $103,147 and an estimated 8,017 residents across its service area. Approximately 61% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Church Woods's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.
Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.
System Overview
Church Woods (EPA ID: RI2980017) is a community water system in Rhode Island that serves approximately 98 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 02813 in Charlestown.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0 mg/L | No | N/A |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by RI or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.
- 02813 - Charlestown
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Church Woods (RI2980017) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Church Woods water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Church Woods in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does Church Woods serve?
Church Woods serves approximately 98 people across 1 ZIP code in Rhode Island.
Where does Church Woods get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Church Woods Water Quality Report, RI. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ri2980017/
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