Current Health-Based Noncompliance WV 4 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Ravenswood Municipal Water Works

EPA ID: WV3301810 ยท 5,047 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Ravenswood Municipal Water Works (WV3301810): 3 unresolved EPA violations on record. Five-year compliance data for Ravenswood Municipal Water Works includes 3 violations the EPA has not yet marked resolved - those open findings are part of the utility's current enforcement profile, covering a service population of approximately 5,047 residents across the area it supplies.

Data: EPA SDWIS

5,047
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
48
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0018 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
18
Contaminants Flagged
$137K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Ravenswood Municipal Water Works Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$48,250
Median Household Income
7,342
Service Area Population
50%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
72%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Ravenswood Municipal Water Works serves a community with a median household income of $48,250 and an estimated 7,342 residents across its service area. Approximately 72% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 50% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Ravenswood Municipal Water Works'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

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

50 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
20 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 71% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Ravenswood Municipal Water Works compares to EPA limits

Contaminant 2015 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.0005 mg/L
Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression
Atrazine 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.003 mg/L
Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects
Lead 3 mg/L (action level) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level)
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults
Benzene 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.005 mg/L
HAA6Br 7 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L

What This Means For You

Contaminant 2015 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.0005 mg/L. Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Atrazine at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.003 mg/L. Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Lead at 3 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Benzene at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.005 mg/L.

HAA6Br at 7 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 8 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 1 exceeds state limits.

State limits: PFOA: 0.004 ppt, PFOS: 0.004 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Contaminant 2015 was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in West Virginia

1 violation
D 20 violations
3 violations
City of Shinnston
4,959 people
C 60 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,800

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,665
10 years
$15,330
20 years
$30,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,800 (one-time) vs. $15,330 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

Ravenswood Municipal Water Works (EPA ID: WV3301810) is a community water system in West Virginia that serves approximately 5,047 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 26164 in Ravenswood.

Violation History

2 current health-based noncompliance records in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 34 resolved, 11 archived, 0 addressed, and 3 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
November 14, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
August 10, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
June 14, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
June 14, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
May 25, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Unaddressed (current)
April 1, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Unaddressed (current)
February 15, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
February 15, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
February 15, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
February 15, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Lead Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 HAA6Br Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 HAA6Br Non-health-based Resolved
November 16, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
November 16, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
November 16, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
November 16, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform 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 18 No
HAA6Br Disinfection Byproducts 7 No
Lead Inorganic 3 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 3 Yes
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 3 Yes
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 2 No
Contaminant 2010 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2015 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2035 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2037 Other Violation 1 No
Atrazine Organic 1 No
Contaminant 2042 Other Violation 1 No
Benzene Organic 1 No
Contaminant 2051 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2065 Other Violation 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0018 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 $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Ravenswood Municipal Water Works (WV3301810) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ravenswood Municipal Water Works water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 2 current health-based noncompliance records for Ravenswood Municipal Water Works. 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 Ravenswood Municipal Water Works serve?

Ravenswood Municipal Water Works serves approximately 5,047 people across 1 ZIP code in West Virginia.

Where does Ravenswood Municipal Water Works get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
58
Detections
9
Latest sample
12/16/2024
Highest analyte
PFBS: 9.9 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBS 9.9 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxS 7.7 ppt 10 ppt Below current MCL
PFPeA 6.4 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 5.6 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFOA 4.8 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Ravenswood Municipal Water Works's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 2015, Atrazine, Lead, Benzene. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Ravenswood Municipal Water Works serve?
Ravenswood Municipal Water Works serves approximately 5,047 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Ravenswood Municipal Water Works's water source?
Ravenswood Municipal Water Works draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Ravenswood Municipal Water Works's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0018 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Ravenswood Municipal Water Works's service area?
The Ravenswood Municipal Water Works service area has a median household income of $48,250. EPA EJScreen data classifies 50% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Ravenswood Municipal Water Works get its water?
Ravenswood Municipal Water Works'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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3

Contact your utility

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