Water System Report VA

Oak Springs

EPA ID: VA4101600 · 985 people served · 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Oak Springs (VA4101600): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Throughout five consecutive years of federal water monitoring, Oak Springs recorded zero violations - solid performance for a utility serving 985 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

985
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$286K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Oak Springs Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$87,084
Median Household Income
11,763
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
29%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Oak Springs serves a community with a median household income of $87,084 and an estimated 11,763 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Oak Springs'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

26 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
42 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 38% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance
Flood Insurance $1,500
Total Estimated Cost $1,500

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

Oak Springs (EPA ID: VA4101600) is a community water system in Virginia that serves approximately 985 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

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)

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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 Oak Springs (VA4101600) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oak Springs water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Oak Springs 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 Oak Springs serve?

Oak Springs serves approximately 985 people across 2 ZIP codes in Virginia.

Where does Oak Springs get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Oak Springs meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Oak Springs serve?
Oak Springs serves approximately 985 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Oak Springs's water source?
Oak Springs draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Oak Springs's service area?
The Oak Springs service area has a median household income of $87,084. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Oak Springs get its water?
Oak Springs'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Oak Springs Water Quality Report, VA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/va4101600/
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