Water System Report VA

Arlington County - Willston Area

EPA ID: VA6013500 · 1,352 people served · 30 ZIP codes

With a five-year violation-free history, Arlington County - Willston Area delivers safe water to 1,352 residents.

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

1,352
People Served
30
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Demographics

$141,736
Median Household Income
234,881
Service Area Population
7%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
0th
Energy Burden Percentile
62%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Arlington County - Willston Area serves a community with a median household income of $141,736 and an estimated 234,881 residents across its service area. Approximately 62% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Arlington County - Willston Area's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

47 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Unknown
Pipe Material
19 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 71% 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. 30 detections recorded. 4 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 $1,267
PFAS Treatment $522
Total Estimated Cost $1,789

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 $1,789 (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

Arlington County - Willston Area (EPA ID: VA6013500) is a community water system in Virginia that serves approximately 1,352 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 30 ZIP codes across 1 community.

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Arlington County - Willston Area (VA6013500) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlington County - Willston Area water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Arlington County - Willston Area has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Arlington County - Willston Area serve?

Arlington County - Willston Area serves approximately 1,352 people across 30 ZIP codes in Virginia.

Where does Arlington County - Willston Area get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
0
Unknown Material
344
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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,352
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

Should I use a water filter?
Arlington County - Willston Area meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Arlington County - Willston Area serve?
Arlington County - Willston Area serves approximately 1,352 people with drinking water across 30 ZIP codes.
What is Arlington County - Willston Area's water source?
Arlington County - Willston Area draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Arlington County - Willston Area's service area?
The Arlington County - Willston Area service area has a median household income of $141,736. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Arlington County - Willston Area get its water?
Arlington County - Willston Area's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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