Water System Report VA

Lovettsville, Town of

EPA ID: VA6107400 ยท 2,964 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Lovettsville, Town of (VA6107400): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Across every monitored period in the past five years, Lovettsville, Town of reported no EPA violations for its service population of 2,964.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,964
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0023 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$667K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Lovettsville, Town of Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$171,809
Median Household Income
27,032
Service Area Population
8%
Disadvantaged Population
10th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
37%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Lovettsville, Town of serves a community with a median household income of $171,809 and an estimated 27,032 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Lovettsville, Town of'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

32 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
38 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 46% 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. 8 detections recorded. 1 exceeds 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 โ†’

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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 $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,900

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 $1,900 (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

Lovettsville, Town of (EPA ID: VA6107400) is a community water system in Virginia that serves approximately 2,964 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0023 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.

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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Lovettsville, Town of (VA6107400) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lovettsville, Town of water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Lovettsville, Town of 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 Lovettsville, Town of serve?

Lovettsville, Town of serves approximately 2,964 people across 2 ZIP codes in Virginia.

Where does Lovettsville, Town of get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Lovettsville, Town of meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Lovettsville, Town of serve?
Lovettsville, Town of serves approximately 2,964 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Lovettsville, Town of's water source?
Lovettsville, Town of draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Lovettsville, Town of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0023 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Lovettsville, Town of's service area?
The Lovettsville, Town of service area has a median household income of $171,809. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Lovettsville, Town of get its water?
Lovettsville, Town of'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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APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Lovettsville, Town of Water Quality Report, VA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/va6107400/
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