Queens Lake System
EPA ID: VA3199700 · 1,375 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Queens Lake System (VA3199700): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. With a five-year violation-free history, Queens Lake System delivers safe water to 1,375 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Queens Lake System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Queens Lake System serves a community with a median household income of $103,507 and an estimated 54,411 residents across its service area. Approximately 44% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Queens Lake System'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.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 5 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Virginia
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Queens Lake System (EPA ID: VA3199700) is a community water system in Virginia that serves approximately 1,375 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 23185 in Williamsburg.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.00458 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.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree 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.
- 23185 - Williamsburg
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Queens Lake System (VA3199700) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Queens Lake System water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Queens Lake System in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does Queens Lake System serve?
Queens Lake System serves approximately 1,375 people across 1 ZIP code in Virginia.
Where does Queens Lake System get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Queens Lake System Water Quality Report, VA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/va3199700/
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