Water System Report VA

Bealeton Regional

EPA ID: VA6061129 · 4,250 people served · 6 ZIP codes

With a five-year violation-free history, Bealeton Regional delivers safe water to 4,250 residents.

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

C · 63
Avg Safety Score
4,250
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$485K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Bealeton Regional Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$104,375
Median Household Income
51,692
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
48%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Bealeton Regional serves a community with a median household income of $104,375 and an estimated 51,692 residents across its service area. Approximately 48% 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

Bealeton Regional'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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Fauquier 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

39 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
31 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 56% 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. 19 detections recorded. 5 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 2 exceed state limits.

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 →

Comparable Water Systems

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4,015 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,000
Radon Mitigation $800
PFAS Treatment $383
Total Estimated Cost $2,183

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 $2,183 (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

Bealeton Regional (EPA ID: VA6061129) is a community water system in Virginia that serves approximately 4,250 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (63/100)

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

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

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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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

Coverage: 3 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 3 additional ZIPs 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 Bealeton Regional (VA6061129) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bealeton Regional water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Bealeton Regional serve?

Bealeton Regional serves approximately 4,250 people across 6 ZIP codes in Virginia.

Where does Bealeton Regional get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Above Current MCL

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). One or more PFAS compounds were measured above the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
261
Detections
60
Latest sample
9/24/2025
Highest analyte
PFOA: 44.6 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOA 44.6 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFOS 31.1 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFBS 18.8 ppt
PFHxA 17.8 ppt
PFPeA 16.9 ppt
PFHpA 15.4 ppt

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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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
1,518
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: 4,250
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.

Learn about lead in drinking water →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Bealeton Regional safe to drink?
Bealeton Regional has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Bealeton Regional meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Bealeton Regional serve?
Bealeton Regional serves approximately 4,250 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is Bealeton Regional's water source?
Bealeton Regional draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Bealeton Regional's service area?
The Bealeton Regional service area has a median household income of $104,375. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Bealeton Regional get its water?
Bealeton Regional'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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