Current Noncompliance VA

Toms Brook-maurertown Sanitary District

EPA ID: VA2171800 ยท 1,548 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Toms Brook-maurertown Sanitary District (VA2171800): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. Federal compliance records for Toms Brook-maurertown Sanitary District list 1 open violation that has not yet been resolved - the utility serves approximately 1,548 people, and each outstanding finding remains logged and active in the EPA enforcement database.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,548
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00341 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
2
Contaminants Flagged
$276K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Toms Brook-maurertown Sanitary District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$70,081
Median Household Income
25,761
Service Area Population
15%
Disadvantaged Population
55th
Poverty Percentile
75th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Toms Brook-maurertown Sanitary District serves a community with a median household income of $70,081 and an estimated 25,761 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% 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

Toms Brook-maurertown Sanitary District'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
28th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
43th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 60% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Toms Brook-maurertown Sanitary District compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

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

Louisa, Town of
1,555 people
3 violations
Selma Estates
1,540 people
0 violations
Remington, Town of
1,540 people
B 0 violations
Onancock, Town of
1,525 people
3 violations
Kilmarnock, Town of
1,500 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,650
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $225
PFAS Treatment $125
Total Estimated Cost $3,200

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,200 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Toms Brook-maurertown Sanitary District (EPA ID: VA2171800) is a community water system in Virginia that serves approximately 1,548 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Violation History

1 current noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
June 18, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
January 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00341 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.

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 Toms Brook-maurertown Sanitary District (VA2171800) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Toms Brook-maurertown Sanitary District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Toms Brook-maurertown Sanitary District serve?

Toms Brook-maurertown Sanitary District serves approximately 1,548 people across 4 ZIP codes in Virginia.

Where does Toms Brook-maurertown Sanitary District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Toms Brook-maurertown Sanitary District's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead and Copper Rule, Revised Total Coliform Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Toms Brook-maurertown Sanitary District serve?
Toms Brook-maurertown Sanitary District serves approximately 1,548 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Toms Brook-maurertown Sanitary District's water source?
Toms Brook-maurertown Sanitary District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Toms Brook-maurertown Sanitary District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00341 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Toms Brook-maurertown Sanitary District's service area?
The Toms Brook-maurertown Sanitary District service area has a median household income of $70,081. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Toms Brook-maurertown Sanitary District get its water?
Toms Brook-maurertown Sanitary District'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Toms Brook-maurertown Sanitary District: 2 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/va2171800/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

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