Water System Report VA

Shenandoah Shores Subdivision

EPA ID: VA2187812 · 850 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Shenandoah Shores Subdivision carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 850 residents.

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

850
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$359K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Shenandoah Shores Subdivision Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$82,934
Median Household Income
39,555
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
58%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Shenandoah Shores Subdivision serves a community with a median household income of $82,934 and an estimated 39,555 residents across its service area. Approximately 58% 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

Shenandoah Shores Subdivision'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
23 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 68% of expected lifespan used End of life

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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $250
Total Estimated Cost $2,650

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,650 (one-time) vs. $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

Shenandoah Shores Subdivision (EPA ID: VA2187812) is a community water system in Virginia that serves approximately 850 people from groundwater 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.

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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 Shenandoah Shores Subdivision (VA2187812) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shenandoah Shores Subdivision water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Shenandoah Shores Subdivision serve?

Shenandoah Shores Subdivision serves approximately 850 people across 2 ZIP codes in Virginia.

Where does Shenandoah Shores Subdivision 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
34
Unknown Material
328
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: 850
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

Should I use a water filter?
Shenandoah Shores Subdivision meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Shenandoah Shores Subdivision serve?
Shenandoah Shores Subdivision serves approximately 850 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Shenandoah Shores Subdivision's water source?
Shenandoah Shores Subdivision draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Shenandoah Shores Subdivision's service area?
The Shenandoah Shores Subdivision service area has a median household income of $82,934. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Shenandoah Shores Subdivision get its water?
Shenandoah Shores Subdivision'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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