Water System Report VA

New Market, Town of

EPA ID: VA2171600 · 2,274 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at New Market, Town of — a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 2,274 residents.

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

D · 47
Avg Safety Score
2,274
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.026 mg/L
Max Lead Level — Exceeds Limit
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$240K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$63,061
Median Household Income
10,250
Service Area Population
11%
Disadvantaged Population
53th
Poverty Percentile
73th
Energy Burden Percentile
68%
Pre-1986 Housing

The New Market, Town of serves a community with a median household income of $63,061 and an estimated 10,250 residents across its service area. Approximately 68% 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

New Market, 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
27th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
27th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Shenandoah 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

64 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
10 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 86% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Virginia

Cape Charles, Town of
2,276 people
A 1 violation
B 0 violations
Honaker, Town of
2,250 people
D 3 violations
D 6 violations
Chase City,town of
2,242 people
C 3 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Lead Pipe Replacement Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $2,267
Lead Pipe Replacement $1,200
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $4,767

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:

Lead Exposure — Child Lifetime Cost $10,000

Per affected child (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,780
10 years
$5,560
20 years
$11,120

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $4,767 (one-time) vs. $5,560 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

New Market, Town of (EPA ID: VA2171600) is a community water system in Virginia that serves approximately 2,274 people from surface water sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: D (47/100)

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

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
22844 0.026 mg/L Yes N/A
Lead exceeds EPA action level in at least one sampling location. Consider using a certified NSF/ANSI 53 or NSF/ANSI 58 filter rated for lead removal.

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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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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 New Market, Town of (VA2171600) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is New Market, Town of water safe to drink?

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

How many people does New Market, Town of serve?

New Market, Town of serves approximately 2,274 people across 3 ZIP codes in Virginia.

Where does New Market, Town of 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
34
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
968
Confirmed Non-Lead

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: 2,274
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 New Market, Town of safe to drink?
New Market, Town of 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?
New Market, 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 New Market, Town of serve?
New Market, Town of serves approximately 2,274 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is New Market, Town of's water source?
New Market, Town of draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in New Market, Town of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.026 mg/L. This exceeds the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. A lead-certified filter is recommended, especially for homes with young children.
What is the demographic profile of New Market, Town of's service area?
The New Market, Town of service area has a median household income of $63,061. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does New Market, Town of get its water?
New Market, 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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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New Market, Town of (EPA ID: VA2171600) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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