Lincoln Public Service District
EPA ID: WV3302205 ยท 4,039 people served ยท 9 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Lincoln Public Service District (WV3302205): 9 unresolved EPA violations on record. Five-year compliance data for Lincoln Public Service District includes 9 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 4,039 residents across the area it supplies.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Lincoln Public Service District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Lincoln Public Service District serves a community with a median household income of $53,700 and an estimated 14,739 residents across its service area. Approximately 61% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 79% 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?
Lincoln Public Service District'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 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Lincoln Public Service District compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
Lead and Copper Rule at 19 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Fecal Coliform at 18 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 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 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 1 mg/L. Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children. Consider ferrous sulfate reduction filtration.
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
Lincoln Public Service District (EPA ID: WV3302205) is a community water system in West Virginia that serves approximately 4,039 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 9 ZIP codes across 9 communities.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 37 resolved, 14 archived, 0 addressed, and 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 25, 2026 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| March 25, 2026 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| March 10, 2026 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| March 1, 2026 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Non-health-based | Archived |
| March 1, 2026 | Fecal Coliform | Health-based | Archived |
| February 1, 2026 | Fecal Coliform | Health-based | Archived |
| February 1, 2026 | Fecal Coliform | Health-based | Archived |
| February 1, 2026 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Non-health-based | Archived |
| February 1, 2026 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Archived |
| February 1, 2026 | E. coli | Non-health-based | Archived |
| January 14, 2026 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| January 1, 2026 | Fecal Coliform | Health-based | Archived |
| January 1, 2026 | Fecal Coliform | Health-based | Archived |
| December 1, 2025 | Fecal Coliform | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| December 1, 2025 | Fecal Coliform | Health-based | Archived |
| December 1, 2025 | Fecal Coliform | Health-based | Archived |
| November 1, 2025 | Fecal Coliform | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| November 1, 2025 | Fecal Coliform | Health-based | Archived |
| October 1, 2025 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| October 1, 2025 | Stage 1 DBP 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Failure | 19 | No |
| Fecal Coliform | Microbiological | 18 | Yes |
| Chlorite | Disinfection Byproducts | 5 | No |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 3 | Yes |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting Failure | 3 | No |
| E. coli | Microbiological | 3 | No |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 3 | No |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 2 | No |
| Contaminant 0800 | Other Violation | 2 | Yes |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 1 | No |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Failure | 1 | No |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0008 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.
- 25003 - Alum Creek
- 25202 - Tornado
- 25501 - Alkol
- 25506 - Branchland
- 25521 - Griffithsville
- 25564 - Sod
- 25565 - Spurlockville
- 25567 - Sumerco
- 25573 - Yawkey
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Lincoln Public Service District (WV3302205) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lincoln Public Service District water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 3 current health-based noncompliance records for Lincoln Public Service District. 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 Lincoln Public Service District serve?
Lincoln Public Service District serves approximately 4,039 people across 9 ZIP codes in West Virginia.
Where does Lincoln Public Service District get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean
This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.
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, 2023โ2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Lincoln Public Service District (WV): 13 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wv3302205/
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What You Can Do
Test your water
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Contact your utility
Lincoln Public Service District (EPA ID: WV3302205) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.