Water System Report VA

Central Virginia Corr. Unit No. 13

EPA ID: VA4041825 · 420 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Water monitoring history at Central Virginia Corr. Unit No. 13 shows a clean slate — EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 420 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

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

420
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$383K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Demographics

$117,059
Median Household Income
59,623
Service Area Population
10%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
32%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Central Virginia Corr. Unit No. 13 serves a community with a median household income of $117,059 and an estimated 59,623 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Central Virginia Corr. Unit No. 13'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
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Chesterfield 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 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

32 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
39 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 45% 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. 2 detections 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 →

Comparable Water Systems

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415 people
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430 people
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Dungannon, Town of
410 people
D 7 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,500
Radon Mitigation $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
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:

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 $3,200 (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

Central Virginia Corr. Unit No. 13 (EPA ID: VA4041825) is a community water system in Virginia that serves approximately 420 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.

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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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Central Virginia Corr. Unit No. 13 (VA4041825) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Central Virginia Corr. Unit No. 13 water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Central Virginia Corr. Unit No. 13 has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Central Virginia Corr. Unit No. 13 serve?

Central Virginia Corr. Unit No. 13 serves approximately 420 people across 2 ZIP codes in Virginia.

Where does Central Virginia Corr. Unit No. 13 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
0
Unknown Material
13
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: 420
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?
Central Virginia Corr. Unit No. 13 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Central Virginia Corr. Unit No. 13 serve?
Central Virginia Corr. Unit No. 13 serves approximately 420 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Central Virginia Corr. Unit No. 13's water source?
Central Virginia Corr. Unit No. 13 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Central Virginia Corr. Unit No. 13's service area?
The Central Virginia Corr. Unit No. 13 service area has a median household income of $117,059. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Central Virginia Corr. Unit No. 13 get its water?
Central Virginia Corr. Unit No. 13'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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