Water System Report VA

Lakeshore Terrace Corporation

EPA ID: VA5067360 · 123 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Lakeshore Terrace Corporation — a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 123 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

A · 95
Avg Safety Score
123
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00108 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$257K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Lakeshore Terrace Corporation Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$83,106
Median Household Income
9,586
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
43%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Lakeshore Terrace Corporation serves a community with a median household income of $83,106 and an estimated 9,586 residents across its service area. Approximately 43% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Lakeshore Terrace Corporation'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
15th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Bedford County, Virginia rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

37 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
34 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 52% 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. 5 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,800
PFAS Treatment $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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 $2,100 (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

LAKESHORE TERRACE CORPORATION (EPA ID: VA5067360) is a community water system in Virginia that serves approximately 123 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: A (95/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
24101 0.00108 mg/L No N/A

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: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Lakeshore Terrace Corporation (VA5067360) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lakeshore Terrace Corporation water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Lakeshore Terrace Corporation has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Lakeshore Terrace Corporation serve?

Lakeshore Terrace Corporation serves approximately 123 people across 2 ZIP codes in Virginia.

Where does Lakeshore Terrace Corporation get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
42
Unknown Material
32
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 123
Reported to Virginia

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Lakeshore Terrace Corporation safe to drink?
Lakeshore Terrace Corporation earns a A safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Lakeshore Terrace Corporation meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Lakeshore Terrace Corporation serve?
Lakeshore Terrace Corporation serves approximately 123 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Lakeshore Terrace Corporation's water source?
Lakeshore Terrace Corporation draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Lakeshore Terrace Corporation's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00108 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Lakeshore Terrace Corporation's service area?
The Lakeshore Terrace Corporation service area has a median household income of $83,106. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Lakeshore Terrace Corporation get its water?
Lakeshore Terrace Corporation'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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