Potomac Westmoreland Shores
EPA ID: VA4193760 · 1,743 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Potomac Westmoreland Shores (VA4193760): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Throughout five consecutive years of federal water monitoring, Potomac Westmoreland Shores recorded zero violations - solid performance for a utility serving 1,743 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Potomac Westmoreland Shores Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Potomac Westmoreland Shores serves a community with a median household income of $57,366 and an estimated 10,026 residents across its service area. Approximately 49% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Potomac Westmoreland Shores'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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
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
Potomac Westmoreland Shores (EPA ID: VA4193760) is a community water system in Virginia that serves approximately 1,743 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 22443 in Colonial Beach.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.001 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.
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.
- 22443 - Colonial Beach
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Potomac Westmoreland Shores (VA4193760) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Potomac Westmoreland Shores water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Potomac Westmoreland Shores 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 Potomac Westmoreland Shores serve?
Potomac Westmoreland Shores serves approximately 1,743 people across 1 ZIP code in Virginia.
Where does Potomac Westmoreland Shores get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Potomac Westmoreland Shores Water Quality Report, VA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/va4193760/
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