Elysian Heights
EPA ID: VA6107555 · 1,061 people served · 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Elysian Heights (VA6107555): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Although compliance varies widely among water utilities nationally, Elysian Heights stands out with zero EPA violations over five consecutive monitoring years, delivering safe tap water to 1,061 residents and showing no enforcement activity across the entire reporting span.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Elysian Heights Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Elysian Heights serves a community with a median household income of $200,324 and an estimated 52,214 residents across its service area.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Elysian Heights'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.
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
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection 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
Elysian Heights (EPA ID: VA6107555) is a community water system in Virginia that serves approximately 1,061 people from groundwater 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.
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 $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 Elysian Heights (VA6107555) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elysian Heights water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Elysian Heights 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 Elysian Heights serve?
Elysian Heights serves approximately 1,061 people across 2 ZIP codes in Virginia.
Where does Elysian Heights get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Elysian Heights Water Quality Report, VA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/va6107555/
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