Water System Report VA

Hoges Chapel

EPA ID: VA1071300 · 1,114 people served · 1 ZIP code

With a five-year violation-free history, Hoges Chapel delivers safe water to 1,114 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

1,114
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$157K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Hoges Chapel Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$63,550
Median Household Income
5,296
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
67%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Hoges Chapel serves a community with a median household income of $63,550 and an estimated 5,296 residents across its service area. Approximately 67% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Hoges Chapel's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
100th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Giles County, Virginia rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 100th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

66 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

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Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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

Hoges Chapel (EPA ID: VA1071300) is a community water system in Virginia that serves approximately 1,114 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 24134 in Pearisburg.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Hoges Chapel (VA1071300) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hoges Chapel water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Hoges Chapel has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Hoges Chapel serve?

Hoges Chapel serves approximately 1,114 people across 1 ZIP code in Virginia.

Where does Hoges Chapel get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
673
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,114
Reported to Virginia

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Hoges Chapel meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Hoges Chapel serve?
Hoges Chapel serves approximately 1,114 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Hoges Chapel's water source?
Hoges Chapel draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Hoges Chapel's service area?
The Hoges Chapel service area has a median household income of $63,550. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Hoges Chapel get its water?
Hoges Chapel's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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