Historical Compliance Records VA

Town of Urbanna

EPA ID: VA4119800 ยท 800 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Town of Urbanna (VA4119800): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. Since the flagged events, Town of Urbanna resolved all 1 violation - compliant today, 800 residents served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

800
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00498 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
1
Contaminants Flagged
$293K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Town of Urbanna Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$74,269
Median Household Income
4,285
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
75th
Energy Burden Percentile
60%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Town of Urbanna serves a community with a median household income of $74,269 and an estimated 4,285 residents across its service area. Approximately 60% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Town of Urbanna'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
35th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
23 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 68% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Town of Urbanna compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

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Eastville, Town of
800 people
2 violations
Keysville, Town of
800 people
4 violations
Middleburg, Town of
803 people
4 violations
Parksley, Town of
804 people
1 violation
Madison, Town of
784 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,200 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Town of Urbanna (EPA ID: VA4119800) is a community water system in Virginia that serves approximately 800 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 2, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00498 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 Town of Urbanna (VA4119800) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Town of Urbanna water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Town of Urbanna; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Town of Urbanna serve?

Town of Urbanna serves approximately 800 people across 2 ZIP codes in Virginia.

Where does Town of Urbanna get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Town of Urbanna's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 2 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Town of Urbanna serve?
Town of Urbanna serves approximately 800 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Town of Urbanna's water source?
Town of Urbanna draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Town of Urbanna's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00498 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Town of Urbanna's service area?
The Town of Urbanna service area has a median household income of $74,269. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Town of Urbanna get its water?
Town of Urbanna'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.). Town of Urbanna (VA): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/va4119800/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Town of Urbanna (EPA ID: VA4119800) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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