Monitoring Violations VA

Waverly, Town of

EPA ID: VA3183950 · 2,640 people served · 35 ZIP codes

Despite the 2 historical violations in its record, Waverly, Town of has cleared every one and now meets EPA standards serving 2,640 residents.

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

A · 88
Avg Safety Score
2,640
People Served
35
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00771 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
1
Contaminants Flagged
$624K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$123,722
Median Household Income
551,398
Service Area Population
13%
Disadvantaged Population
25th
Poverty Percentile
9th
Energy Burden Percentile
70%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Waverly, Town of serves a community with a median household income of $123,722 and an estimated 551,398 residents across its service area. Approximately 70% 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

Waverly, Town of'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
24th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
53th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Fairfax 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

51 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 74% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Waverly, Town of compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 168 detections recorded. 36 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,050
PFAS Treatment $529
Total Estimated Cost $1,579

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 $1,579 (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

WAVERLY, TOWN OF (EPA ID: VA3183950) is a community water system in Virginia that serves approximately 2,640 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 35 ZIP codes across 9 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: A (88/100)

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

Violation History

2 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 2 No

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
23890 0.00771 mg/L No N/A
22313 0.004 mg/L No N/A
22320 0.004 mg/L No N/A
22321 0.004 mg/L No N/A
22331 0.004 mg/L No N/A
22332 0.004 mg/L No N/A
22333 0.004 mg/L No N/A
22334 0.004 mg/L No N/A
22336 0.004 mg/L No N/A
22350 0.004 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 2 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 33 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

This system serves 35 ZIP codes:

22003 · 22036 · 22041 · 22121 · 22122 22150 · 22151 · 22152 · 22153 · 22161 22301 · 22302 · 22303 · 22304 · 22305 22306 · 22307 · 22308 · 22309 · 22310 22311 · 22312 · 22313 · 22314 · 22315 22320 · 22321 · 22331 · 22332 · 22333 22334 · 22336 · 22350 · 23842 · 23890

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Waverly, Town of (VA3183950) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Waverly, Town of water safe to drink?

Waverly, Town of has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Waverly, Town of serve?

Waverly, Town of serves approximately 2,640 people across 35 ZIP codes in Virginia.

Where does Waverly, Town of 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
45
Galvanized — Replacement Required
1,016
Unknown Material
161
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 2025-07-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,640
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.

Learn about lead in drinking water →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Waverly, Town of safe to drink?
Waverly, Town of earns a A safety grade with 2 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Waverly, Town of's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant 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 Waverly, Town of serve?
Waverly, Town of serves approximately 2,640 people with drinking water across 35 ZIP codes.
What is Waverly, Town of's water source?
Waverly, Town of draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Waverly, Town of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00771 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Waverly, Town of's service area?
The Waverly, Town of service area has a median household income of $123,722. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Waverly, Town of get its water?
Waverly, Town of'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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Waverly, Town of (EPA ID: VA3183950) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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