Water System Report VA

Chesterfield Company Central Water System

EPA ID: VA4041845 ยท 389,897 people served ยท 16 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Chesterfield Company Central Water System (VA4041845): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Federal monitoring records confirm Chesterfield Company Central Water System has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window - covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 389,897 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

Data: EPA SDWIS

B ยท 72
Avg Safety Score
389,897
People Served
16
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$316K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Chesterfield Company Central Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$97,103
Median Household Income
517,717
Service Area Population
24%
Disadvantaged Population
42th
Poverty Percentile
47th
Energy Burden Percentile
48%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Chesterfield Company Central Water System serves a community with a median household income of $97,103 and an estimated 517,717 residents across its service area. Approximately 48% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Chesterfield Company Central Water 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
61th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 61th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 58% 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. 18 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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
Radon Mitigation $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,000

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 $2,000 (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

Chesterfield Company Central Water System (EPA ID: VA4041845) is a community water system in Virginia that serves approximately 389,897 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 16 ZIP codes across 7 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: B (72/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 12 of 16 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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.

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 $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Chesterfield Company Central Water System (VA4041845) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chesterfield Company Central Water System water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Chesterfield Company Central Water 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 Chesterfield Company Central Water System serve?

Chesterfield Company Central Water System serves approximately 389,897 people across 16 ZIP codes in Virginia.

Where does Chesterfield Company Central Water System get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
348
Detections
1
Latest sample
8/19/2024
Highest analyte
PFBA: 15 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBA 15 ppt โ€” โ€”

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Chesterfield Company Central Water System safe to drink?
Chesterfield Company Central Water System earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Chesterfield Company Central Water System meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Chesterfield Company Central Water System serve?
Chesterfield Company Central Water System serves approximately 389,897 people with drinking water across 16 ZIP codes.
What is Chesterfield Company Central Water System's water source?
Chesterfield Company Central Water System draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Chesterfield Company Central Water System's service area?
The Chesterfield Company Central Water System service area has a median household income of $97,103. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Chesterfield Company Central Water System get its water?
Chesterfield Company Central Water 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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Chesterfield Company Central Water System Water Report, VA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/va4041845/
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