Water System Report VA

Buchanan, Town of

EPA ID: VA2023160 ยท 1,220 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Buchanan, Town of (VA2023160): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. From the earliest to the most recent cycle in the five-year EPA window, Buchanan, Town of has logged zero violations - no MCL exceedances, no health advisories, and no enforcement activity across the entire period for the 1,220 people in its service area, a record that stands up well against both state and national benchmarks.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,220
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$200K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$62,536
Median Household Income
5,234
Service Area Population
13%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
63%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Buchanan, Town of serves a community with a median household income of $62,536 and an estimated 5,234 residents across its service area. Approximately 63% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Buchanan, 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

49 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
21 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 70% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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1,230 people
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1,233 people
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Pembroke, Town of
1,167 people
11 violations
63 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,800
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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

Buchanan, Town of (EPA ID: VA2023160) is a community water system in Virginia that serves approximately 1,220 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 24066 in Buchanan.

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 mg/L No N/A

The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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 Buchanan, Town of (VA2023160) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Buchanan, Town of water safe to drink?

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

Buchanan, Town of serves approximately 1,220 people across 1 ZIP code in Virginia.

Where does Buchanan, Town of get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Buchanan, 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 Buchanan, Town of serve?
Buchanan, Town of serves approximately 1,220 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Buchanan, Town of's water source?
Buchanan, Town of draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Buchanan, Town of's service area?
The Buchanan, Town of service area has a median household income of $62,536. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Buchanan, Town of get its water?
Buchanan, 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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Buchanan, Town of Water Quality Report, VA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/va2023160/
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