Lumberport Town of
EPA ID: WV3301714 ยท 1,519 people served ยท 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Lumberport Town of (WV3301714): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. Compliance tracking for Lumberport Town of shows 1 pending violation logged in the EPA system - the supplier delivers water to approximately 1,519 residents while those findings remain open.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Lumberport Town of Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary - Grade D
Service Area Demographics
The Lumberport Town of serves a community with a median household income of $64,073 and an estimated 2,529 residents across its service area. Approximately 69% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 36% 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.
๐ Where Does Your Water Come From?
Lumberport Town of'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 80th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Lumberport Town of compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
Chlorite at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 1 mg/L. Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children. Consider ferrous sulfate reduction filtration.
Lead and Copper Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Surface Water Treatment Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 1 exceeds state limits.
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) 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
Lumberport Town of (EPA ID: WV3301714) is a community water system in West Virginia that serves approximately 1,519 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 26386 in Lumberport.
ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: D (52/100)
This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 1 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.
Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 30 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 1, 2025 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2025 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2025 | Contaminant 0800 | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| January 1, 2025 | Contaminant 2040 | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| September 3, 2024 | Contaminant 0800 | Health-based | Resolved |
| August 1, 2024 | E. coli | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| August 1, 2024 | Fecal Coliform | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| May 1, 2024 | Fecal Coliform | Health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2023 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| November 1, 2022 | E. coli | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2022 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2022 | Chlorite | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2022 | Chlorite | Health-based | Resolved |
| December 7, 2021 | Contaminant 0800 | Health-based | Resolved |
| November 14, 2021 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| November 14, 2021 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| November 14, 2021 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2021 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2021 | Chlorite | Health-based | Resolved |
| August 1, 2021 | Fecal Coliform | Health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chlorite | Disinfection Byproducts | 4 | Yes |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Failure | 4 | No |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 3 | No |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Failure | 3 | No |
| Contaminant 0800 | Other Violation | 3 | Yes |
| Fecal Coliform | Microbiological | 3 | Yes |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 3 | No |
| Contaminant 2040 | Other Violation | 2 | No |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 2 | No |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting Failure | 2 | No |
| E. coli | Microbiological | 2 | 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 โ
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.00091 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 FilterFree 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 WV or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.
- 26386 - Lumberport
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Lumberport Town of (WV3301714) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lumberport Town of water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current health-based noncompliance record for Lumberport Town of. Review the utility's current notices and EPA record. This system-level compliance history cannot determine conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Lumberport Town of serve?
Lumberport Town of serves approximately 1,519 people across 1 ZIP code in West Virginia.
Where does Lumberport Town of get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Lumberport Town of (WV): 7 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wv3301714/
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What You Can Do
Test your water
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Contact your utility
Lumberport Town of (EPA ID: WV3301714) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.