Rivesville Town of
EPA ID: WV3302519 · 1,267 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Rivesville Town of (WV3302519): 3 violations recorded with unresolved status in the SDWIS data used. In the federal compliance data used here, Rivesville Town of has 3 violations listed as open; the utility serves approximately 1,267 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Rivesville Town of Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Rivesville Town of have a median household income of $67,566 and about 2,911 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 64% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Rivesville 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.
Infrastructure Risk
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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System Overview
Rivesville Town of (EPA ID: WV3302519) is a community water system in West Virginia that serves approximately 1,267 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 26588 in Rivesville.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 2 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 | Consumer Confidence Rule | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| October 1, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| December 7, 2022 | Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule | Health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2022 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| November 24, 2021 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring & Reporting | 2 | No |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Other (notice or report rule) | 1 | No |
| Public Notice | Other (notice or report rule) | 1 | No |
| Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule | Treatment Technique | 1 | Yes |
Health Risk Details
Chlorine (Residual Disinfectant) (EPA limit: 4 mg/L (MRDL — Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level))
Irritation & DBP formation at high levels At-risk groups: kidney dialysis patients (dialysis water must be dechlorinated).
Treatment options (verify a product is certified to reduce this contaminant): granular activated carbon (GAC), KDF media filter, carbon block filter. Find the right filter →
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0005 mg/L | No | 2025-12-31 |
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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree 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.
- 26588 - Rivesville
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Rivesville Town of (WV3302519) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rivesville Town of 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 Rivesville Town of serve?
Rivesville Town of serves approximately 1,267 people across 1 ZIP code in West Virginia.
Where does Rivesville Town of get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
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