Current Noncompliance WV 2 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Corporation of Harpers Ferry

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

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Corporation of Harpers Ferry (WV3301912): 3 unresolved EPA violations on record. EPA compliance records for Corporation of Harpers Ferry show 3 unresolved violations - findings that remain open and are tracked at the federal level, covering a service territory of approximately 2,122 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,122
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
26
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0029 mg/L
Max Lead Level
19
Contaminants Flagged
$335K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$95,540
Median Household Income
33,677
Service Area Population
27%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
43%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Corporation of Harpers Ferry serves a community with a median household income of $95,540 and an estimated 33,677 residents across its service area. 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
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
33 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 54% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Corporation of Harpers Ferry compares to EPA limits

Mercury 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Kidney damage, neurological impairment
Cadmium 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.005 mg/L
Kidney damage accumulating over lifetime; probable carcinogen
Selenium 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.05 mg/L
Hair & nail loss, nerve damage, liver & kidney damage
Chromium 1 mg/L (total chromium; California Cr-6 MCL = 0.010 mg/L) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.1 mg/L (total chromium; California Cr-6 MCL = 0.010 mg/L)
Stomach & intestinal cancer (known carcinogen)

What This Means For You

Mercury at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Kidney damage, neurological impairment. Consider activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Cadmium at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.005 mg/L. Kidney damage accumulating over lifetime; probable carcinogen. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Selenium at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.05 mg/L. Hair & nail loss, nerve damage, liver & kidney damage. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Chromium at 1 mg/L (total chromium; California Cr-6 MCL = 0.010 mg/L) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.1 mg/L (total chromium; California Cr-6 MCL = 0.010 mg/L). Stomach & intestinal cancer (known carcinogen). Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

E. coli at 4 Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action) exceeds the EPA maximum of Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action). Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children. Consider UV disinfection (99.99%) filtration.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 14 detections recorded. 4 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 4 exceed 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†’

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

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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

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Water Filtration $450
Total Estimated Cost $3,450

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 $3,450 (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

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 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
August 11, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 12, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
May 1, 2025 E. coli Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2025 E. coli Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 1045 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 1085 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 1075 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Mercury Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 1036 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Nitrite Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Nickel Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Selenium Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Fluoride Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Chromium Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Cadmium Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
E. coli Microbiological 4 Yes
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Cadmium Inorganic 1 No
Chromium Inorganic 1 No
Fluoride Inorganic 1 No
Selenium Inorganic 1 No
Nickel Inorganic 1 No
Nitrite Inorganic 1 No
Contaminant 1036 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 1045 Other Violation 1 No
Mercury Inorganic 1 No
Contaminant 1075 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 1085 Other Violation 1 No

Health Risk Details

E. coli (EPA limit: Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action))

Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children At-risk groups: children under 5, elderly, immunocompromised individuals, pregnant women.

Removal methods: UV disinfection (99.99%), 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 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.

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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 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

What contaminants are in Corporation of Harpers Ferry's water?
Detected contaminants include Mercury, Cadmium, Selenium, Chromium. 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 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 maximum detected lead level is 0.0029 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Corporation of Harpers Ferry's service area?
The Corporation of Harpers Ferry service area has a median household income of $95,540. 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. Based on the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

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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

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

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