Water System Report VA

Cedar Bluff, Town of

EPA ID: VA1185085 ยท 1,400 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Cedar Bluff, Town of (VA1185085): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Water monitoring history at Cedar Bluff, Town of shows a clean slate - EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 1,400 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,400
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00269 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$129K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Cedar Bluff, Town of Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$43,595
Median Household Income
12,265
Service Area Population
82%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
69%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Cedar Bluff, Town of serves a community with a median household income of $43,595 and an estimated 12,265 residents across its service area. Approximately 69% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 82% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Cedar Bluff, Town of'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

52 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
19 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 73% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.

State limits: PFOA: 0.012 ppt, PFOS: 0.012 ppt, PFBS: 0.14 ppt, HFPO-DA: 0.08 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Virginia

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Kenbridge, Town of
1,400 people
0 violations
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1,400 people
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1,390 people
0 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $250
Total Estimated Cost $2,650

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,650 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Cedar Bluff, Town of (EPA ID: VA1185085) is a community water system in Virginia that serves approximately 1,400 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00269 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 $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 VA or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Cedar Bluff, Town of (VA1185085) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cedar Bluff, Town of water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Cedar Bluff, Town of 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 Cedar Bluff, Town of serve?

Cedar Bluff, Town of serves approximately 1,400 people across 2 ZIP codes in Virginia.

Where does Cedar Bluff, Town of get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Cedar Bluff, Town of meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Cedar Bluff, Town of serve?
Cedar Bluff, Town of serves approximately 1,400 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Cedar Bluff, Town of's water source?
Cedar Bluff, Town of draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Cedar Bluff, Town of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00269 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Cedar Bluff, Town of's service area?
The Cedar Bluff, Town of service area has a median household income of $43,595. EPA EJScreen data classifies 82% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Cedar Bluff, Town of get its water?
Cedar Bluff, Town of'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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