Current Noncompliance WV 2 HEALTH-BASED VIOLATIONS ON RECORD

Corporation of Harpers Ferry

EPA ID: WV3301912 ยท 2,122 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Corporation of Harpers Ferry (WV3301912): 3 violations recorded with unresolved status in the SDWIS data used. In EPA records, Corporation of Harpers Ferry has 3 violations listed as unresolved, with the utility supplying water to approximately 2,122 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,122
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
26
Violations (since 2021)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0029 mg/L
Most recent lead 90th percentile on record (monitoring period ending 2024-12-31)
19
Contaminants Flagged
$335K
Median Home Value in ZIP Codes Served

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Corporation of Harpers Ferry Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Demographics of ZIP Codes Served

$95,540
Median Household Income
33,677
Population of ZIP Codes Served (Census)
27%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
43%
Pre-1986 Housing

The ZIP codes associated with Corporation of Harpers Ferry have a median household income of $95,540 and about 33,677 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 43% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Corporation of Harpers Ferry'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

38 yr
Estimated pipe age (modeled from housing age)
Copper
Likely pipe material (modeled)
33 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 54% of expected lifespan used (estimate) End of life

PFAS in ZIP Codes This System Serves

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with the ZIP codes in this system's area. These results can come from other water systems serving the same ZIP codes; check the UCMR5 section for any results reported for this system. 14 detections recorded. 4 detections are above the level of a federal PFAS MCL (4 ppt for PFOA and PFOS), with compliance required from 2029.

Health concern: Exposure to certain PFAS has been associated with some cancers and with immune and developmental effects; effects differ by compound. Many PFAS break down very slowly in the environment.
Recommended filter: An activated carbon filter certified under NSF/ANSI 53 or a reverse osmosis system certified under NSF/ANSI 58 for the PFAS listed in its certification. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in West Virginia

Belington Town of
2,146 people
2 violations
Ronceverte Water
2,091 people
12 violations
Wvaw- Gassaway
2,159 people
1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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

Illustrative per-household cost scenario based on stated assumptions:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,500

Annual per household (ZipCheckup estimate)

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 $1,200 (one-time) vs. $15,330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These estimates are for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Corporation of Harpers Ferry (EPA ID: WV3301912) is a community water system in West Virginia that serves approximately 2,122 people from surface water sources.

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

Violation History

3 current noncompliance records in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 23 resolved, 0 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
October 1, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
August 11, 2025 Public Notice Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 12, 2025 Public Notice Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Rule Non-health-based Resolved
May 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
January 1, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 CYANIDE Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Thallium, Total Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Beryllium, Total Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Antimony, Total Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Fluoride Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Mercury Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Fluoride Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 CYANIDE Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Chromium Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Cadmium Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Barium Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Rule Treatment Technique 4 Yes
Public Notice Monitoring & Reporting 3 No
Consumer Confidence Rule Other (notice or report rule) 2 No
Public Notice Other (notice or report rule) 2 No
Barium Monitoring & Reporting 1 No
Barium Monitoring & Reporting 1 No
Cadmium Monitoring & Reporting 1 No
CYANIDE Monitoring & Reporting 1 No
Chromium Monitoring & Reporting 1 No
Antimony, Total Monitoring & Reporting 1 No
Chromium Monitoring & Reporting 1 No
CYANIDE Monitoring & Reporting 1 No
Antimony, Total Monitoring & Reporting 1 No
Beryllium, Total Other Violation 1 No
Thallium, Total Other Violation 1 No

Health Risk Details

E. coli (EPA limit: MCLG of zero; positive samples require repeat testing under the Revised Total Coliform Rule)

Some E. coli strains can cause severe GI illness and kidney failure, especially in children At-risk groups: children under 5, elderly, immunocompromised individuals, pregnant women.

Treatment options (verify a product is certified to reduce this contaminant): UV disinfection, chlorination, 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
0.0029 mg/L No 2024-12-31

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.

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 available EPA compliance records for Corporation of Harpers Ferry (WV3301912) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Corporation of Harpers Ferry water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 3 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 Corporation of Harpers Ferry serve?

Corporation of Harpers Ferry serves approximately 2,122 people across 2 ZIP codes in West Virginia.

Where does Corporation of Harpers Ferry get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter? ▼
Given 26 recorded violations, review the violation types and dates; a filter certified for a specific contaminant of concern can reduce that contaminant at the tap. Monitoring or reporting violations are not something a filter addresses.
How many people does Corporation of Harpers Ferry serve? ▼
Corporation of Harpers Ferry serves approximately 2,122 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Corporation of Harpers Ferry's water source? ▼
Corporation of Harpers Ferry draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Corporation of Harpers Ferry's water? ▼
The most recent 90th-percentile lead result on record is 0.0029 mg/L (sample period ending 2024-12-31). This is at or below the EPA lead action level, which triggers system action and is not a safe level; the EPA health goal for lead is zero.
What is the demographic profile of the ZIP codes associated with Corporation of Harpers Ferry? ▼
The ZIP codes mapped to Corporation of Harpers Ferry have a median household income of $95,540 (Census ZIP-code estimate). Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Corporation of Harpers Ferry get its water? ▼
Corporation of Harpers Ferry'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. The available violation history and environmental indicators place this system in the elevated review category; they do not measure current source contamination.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Corporation of Harpers Ferry (WV): 2 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wv3301912/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Corporation of Harpers Ferry (EPA ID: WV3301912) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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