City of Philippi
EPA ID: WV3300104 · 3,544 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Philippi (WV3300104): 5 unresolved EPA violations on record. 5 open EPA findings remain on record at City of Philippi - the utility supplies approximately 3,544 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for City of Philippi Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The City of Philippi serves a community with a median household income of $48,740 and an estimated 7,157 residents across its service area. Approximately 67% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 100% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
City of Philippi'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.
Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How City of Philippi compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Lead and Copper Rule at 7 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Stage 1 DBP Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Surface Water Treatment Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Chlorite at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 1 mg/L. Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children. Consider ferrous sulfate reduction filtration.
Fecal Coliform at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.
Chlorite was detected in this water system. ferrous sulfate reduction filtration can reduce exposure.
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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
City of Philippi (EPA ID: WV3300104) is a community water system in West Virginia that serves approximately 3,544 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 26416 in Philippi.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 12 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 5 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 15, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| November 16, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| September 24, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| September 1, 2024 | Fecal Coliform | Health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2024 | Chlorite | Health-based | Resolved |
| April 1, 2024 | Chlorite | Health-based | Resolved |
| February 16, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| February 16, 2023 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 14, 2023 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2022 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| August 13, 2022 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2022 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| April 1, 2022 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| January 1, 2022 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| November 1, 2021 | E. coli | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2021 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| July 1, 2021 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Failure | 7 | No |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 3 | No |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Failure | 3 | No |
| Chlorite | Disinfection Byproducts | 2 | Yes |
| Fecal Coliform | Microbiological | 1 | Yes |
| E. coli | Microbiological | 1 | No |
Health Risk Details
Chlorite (EPA limit: 1 mg/L)
Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children At-risk groups: infants, developing fetuses, people with G6PD deficiency.
Removal methods: ferrous sulfate reduction, activated carbon, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter →
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.00055 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.
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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
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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 WV or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.
- 26416 - Philippi
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Philippi (WV3300104) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is City of Philippi water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 5 current noncompliance records and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.
How many people does City of Philippi serve?
City of Philippi serves approximately 3,544 people across 1 ZIP code in West Virginia.
Where does City of Philippi get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Philippi (WV): 3 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wv3300104/
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