Powhatan Courthouse
EPA ID: VA4145675 · 3,005 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Powhatan Courthouse (VA4145675): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Five clean years on EPA record - Powhatan Courthouse, 3,005 residents served.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Powhatan Courthouse Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Powhatan Courthouse serves a community with a median household income of $109,231 and an estimated 27,085 residents across its service area.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Powhatan Courthouse'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.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Powhatan Courthouse (EPA ID: VA4145675) is a community water system in Virginia that serves approximately 3,005 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 23139 in Powhatan.
Violation History
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 1 (High Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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.
- 23139 - Powhatan
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Powhatan Courthouse (VA4145675) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Powhatan Courthouse water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Powhatan Courthouse 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 Powhatan Courthouse serve?
Powhatan Courthouse serves approximately 3,005 people across 1 ZIP code in Virginia.
Where does Powhatan Courthouse get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Powhatan Courthouse Water Quality Report, VA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/va4145675/
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