Water System Report VA

Blackburn - Acsa

EPA ID: VA2015060 · 1,023 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Five years of EPA monitoring have produced no violations for Blackburn - Acsa — the supplier serving 1,023 residents has kept every contaminant level within federal limits, a result that places it among the top-performing utilities for systems with a service population of comparable size.

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

1,023
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$244K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Blackburn - Acsa Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$68,220
Median Household Income
43,051
Service Area Population
16%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
69%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Blackburn - Acsa serves a community with a median household income of $68,220 and an estimated 43,051 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.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Blackburn - Acsa'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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
35th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Staunton city, Virginia rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

59 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
9 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 87% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Virginia

Brunswick Ida - North
1,035 people
D 0 violations
Wythe County West
1,001 people
0 violations
Scpsa - Nickelsville
1,000 people
0 violations
Hansonville - Rcpsa
1,048 people
0 violations
Elysian Heights
1,061 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,500
Radon Mitigation $600
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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

Blackburn - Acsa (EPA ID: VA2015060) is a community water system in Virginia that serves approximately 1,023 people from surface water sources.

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

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.

Need help with your water quality?

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

Find the Right Water Filter

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

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Blackburn - Acsa (VA2015060) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Blackburn - Acsa water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Blackburn - Acsa serve?

Blackburn - Acsa serves approximately 1,023 people across 2 ZIP codes in Virginia.

Where does Blackburn - Acsa 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
455
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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,023
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.

Learn about lead in drinking water →

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Blackburn - Acsa meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Blackburn - Acsa serve?
Blackburn - Acsa serves approximately 1,023 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Blackburn - Acsa's water source?
Blackburn - Acsa draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Blackburn - Acsa's service area?
The Blackburn - Acsa service area has a median household income of $68,220. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Blackburn - Acsa get its water?
Blackburn - Acsa'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.
Home Water Systems Virginia Blackburn - Acsa

Get safety alerts for Blackburn - Acsa, Virginia

Free updates when EPA data changes for this area. No spam.

Unsubscribe anytime. Privacy Policy.

Share This Page

X Facebook
Check your water filter options Free tool — no phone call required.