Water System Report VA

Linton Hall School

EPA ID: VA6153475 · 350 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Throughout five consecutive years of federal water monitoring, Linton Hall School recorded zero violations — solid performance for a utility serving 350 people.

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

D · 53
Avg Safety Score
350
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$628K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Demographics

$170,542
Median Household Income
41,332
Service Area Population
15%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
28%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Linton Hall School serves a community with a median household income of $170,542 and an estimated 41,332 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Linton Hall School'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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Prince William 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

31 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
37 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. 7 detections recorded.

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.
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,000
PFAS Treatment $500
Radon Mitigation $400
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

Linton Hall School (EPA ID: VA6153475) is a community water system in Virginia that serves approximately 350 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: D (53/100)

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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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 Linton Hall School (VA6153475) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Linton Hall School water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Linton Hall School serve?

Linton Hall School serves approximately 350 people across 3 ZIP codes in Virginia.

Where does Linton Hall School get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

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
7
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: 350
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

Is water from Linton Hall School safe to drink?
Linton Hall School has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Linton Hall School meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Linton Hall School serve?
Linton Hall School serves approximately 350 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Linton Hall School's water source?
Linton Hall School draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Linton Hall School's service area?
The Linton Hall School service area has a median household income of $170,542. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Linton Hall School get its water?
Linton Hall School'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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3

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