Rainelle Water Department
EPA ID: WV3301309 ยท 1,381 people served ยท 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Rainelle Water Department (WV3301309): 4 violations recorded with unresolved status in the SDWIS data used. In EPA records, Rainelle Water Department has 4 violations listed as unresolved, with the utility supplying water to approximately 1,381 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Rainelle Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Rainelle Water Department have a median household income of $42,631 and about 3,345 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 76% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: On average, 100% of census tracts in the counties mapped to this service area are designated disadvantaged by the federal Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST, 2022 version). Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.
๐ง Where Does Your Water Come From?
Rainelle Water Department's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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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
Rainelle Water Department (EPA ID: WV3301309) is a community water system in West Virginia that serves approximately 1,381 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 25962 in Rainelle.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 24 resolved, 8 archived, 0 addressed, and 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | Selenium | Health-based | Archived |
| October 11, 2025 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| September 29, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| July 1, 2025 | Groundwater Rule | Health-based | Archived |
| April 1, 2025 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Non-health-based | Archived |
| April 1, 2025 | TTHM | Non-health-based | Archived |
| October 16, 2024 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 16, 2024 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2024 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Archived |
| July 2, 2024 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2024 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Archived |
| July 1, 2024 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Resolved |
| February 1, 2024 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2024 | Chlorine | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2023 | Consumer Confidence Rule | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| July 9, 2023 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 9, 2023 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Lead and Copper Rule | Health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Consumer Confidence Rule | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | MCL Violation, Monitoring & Reporting | 13 | Yes |
| Public Notice | Treatment Technique, Monitoring & Reporting | 5 | Yes |
| Public Notice | Other (notice or report rule) | 5 | No |
| TTHM | Monitoring & Reporting | 4 | No |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Other (notice or report rule) | 2 | No |
| Chlorine | Monitoring & Reporting | 2 | Yes |
| Groundwater Rule | Other Violation | 2 | Yes |
| Lead | Inorganic | 1 | No |
| Selenium | Other Violation | 1 | Yes |
| Chlorine | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
Health Risk Details
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) (EPA limit: 0.08 mg/L)
Long-term exposure is associated with increased cancer risk, including bladder cancer; possible reproductive effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, long-term consumers of chlorinated water.
Treatment options (verify a product is certified to reduce this contaminant): granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, point-of-entry aeration. Find the right filter โ
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.001 mg/L | No | 2025-12-31 |
The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.
Radon Risk in Service Area
1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 2.
The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.
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.
- 25962 - Rainelle
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Rainelle Water Department (WV3301309) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rainelle Water Department water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 4 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 Rainelle Water Department serve?
Rainelle Water Department serves approximately 1,381 people across 1 ZIP code in West Virginia.
Where does Rainelle Water Department get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Rainelle Water Department (WV): 13 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wv3301309/
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What You Can Do
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