Lake Caroline
EPA ID: VA6033425 · 2,933 people served · 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Lake Caroline (VA6033425): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Throughout five consecutive years of federal water monitoring, Lake Caroline recorded zero violations - solid performance for a utility serving 2,933 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Lake Caroline Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Lake Caroline serves a community with a median household income of $99,373 and an estimated 22,241 residents across its service area.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Lake Caroline'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.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 4 detections recorded.
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Virginia
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
Lake Caroline (EPA ID: VA6033425) is a community water system in Virginia that serves approximately 2,933 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
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.
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.
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Lake Caroline (VA6033425) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lake Caroline water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Lake Caroline 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 Lake Caroline serve?
Lake Caroline serves approximately 2,933 people across 2 ZIP codes in Virginia.
Where does Lake Caroline get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Lake Caroline Water Quality Report, VA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/va6033425/
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