Water System Report VA

Fort Monroe

EPA ID: VA3650150 · 600 people served · 1 ZIP code

Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Fort Monroe — a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 600 residents.

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

A · 99
Avg Safety Score
600
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.003 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Fort Monroe Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$102,917
Median Household Income
415
Service Area Population
24%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
99%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Fort Monroe serves a community with a median household income of $102,917 and an estimated 415 residents across its service area. Approximately 99% 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

Fort Monroe'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Hampton city, 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.

Infrastructure Risk

122 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Lead
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

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System Overview

Fort Monroe (EPA ID: VA3650150) is a community water system in Virginia that serves approximately 600 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 23651 in Fort Monroe.

Average Home Safety Score: A (99/100)

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
23651 0.003 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

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

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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 Fort Monroe (VA3650150) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fort Monroe water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Fort Monroe serve?

Fort Monroe serves approximately 600 people across 1 ZIP code in Virginia.

Where does Fort Monroe 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
8
Galvanized — Replacement Required
47
Unknown Material
166
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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 600
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 Fort Monroe safe to drink?
Fort Monroe earns a A safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Fort Monroe meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Fort Monroe serve?
Fort Monroe serves approximately 600 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Fort Monroe's water source?
Fort Monroe draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Fort Monroe's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.003 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Fort Monroe's service area?
The Fort Monroe service area has a median household income of $102,917. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Fort Monroe get its water?
Fort Monroe'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.
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