Water System Report VA

Retreat

EPA ID: VA2043875 · 250 people served · 3 ZIP codes

For the full five-year period covered by EPA monitoring, Retreat has supplied tap water to 250 residents with no violations of any type on record.

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

D · 40
Avg Safety Score
250
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Retreat Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$100,744
Median Household Income
3,593
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
27th
Poverty Percentile
43th
Energy Burden Percentile
57%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Retreat serves a community with a median household income of $100,744 and an estimated 3,593 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Retreat'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
13th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Infrastructure Risk

47 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
24 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 66% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $600
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $1,900

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

RETREAT (EPA ID: VA2043875) is a community water system in Virginia that serves approximately 250 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: D (40/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

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.

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.

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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 Retreat (VA2043875) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Retreat water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Retreat serve?

Retreat serves approximately 250 people across 3 ZIP codes in Virginia.

Where does Retreat get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

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
123
Unknown Material
28
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: 250
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

Is water from Retreat safe to drink?
Retreat has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Retreat meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Retreat serve?
Retreat serves approximately 250 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Retreat's water source?
Retreat draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Retreat's service area?
The Retreat service area has a median household income of $100,744. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Retreat get its water?
Retreat'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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