Water System Report WV

Marshall County Public Service District 3

EPA ID: WV3302608 ยท 2,694 people served ยท 5 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Marshall County Public Service District 3 (WV3302608): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Even as other utilities in the region logged violations, Marshall County Public Service District 3 kept a clean EPA record - five years, no issues, 2,694 people served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

D ยท 50
Avg Safety Score
2,694
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00062 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$153K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Marshall County Public Service District 3 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$58,625
Median Household Income
62,439
Service Area Population
54%
Disadvantaged Population
66th
Poverty Percentile
76th
Energy Burden Percentile
84%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Marshall County Public Service District 3 serves a community with a median household income of $58,625 and an estimated 62,439 residents across its service area. Approximately 84% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 54% 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

Marshall County Public Service District 3'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
78th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
66th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 78th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 66th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

75 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 8 detections recorded.

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†’

Comparable Water Systems

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2,711 people
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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 $500
Water Filtration $180
Total Estimated Cost $3,080

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,080 (one-time) vs. $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

Marshall County Public Service District 3 (EPA ID: WV3302608) is a community water system in West Virginia that serves approximately 2,694 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: D (50/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 5 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00062 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 1 (High 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 Marshall County Public Service District 3 (WV3302608) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marshall County Public Service District 3 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Marshall County Public Service District 3 in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Marshall County Public Service District 3 serve?

Marshall County Public Service District 3 serves approximately 2,694 people across 5 ZIP codes in West Virginia.

Where does Marshall County Public Service District 3 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Marshall County Public Service District 3 safe to drink?
Marshall County Public Service District 3 has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Marshall County Public Service District 3 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Marshall County Public Service District 3 serve?
Marshall County Public Service District 3 serves approximately 2,694 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Marshall County Public Service District 3's water source?
Marshall County Public Service District 3 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Marshall County Public Service District 3's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00062 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Marshall County Public Service District 3's service area?
The Marshall County Public Service District 3 service area has a median household income of $58,625. EPA EJScreen data classifies 54% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Marshall County Public Service District 3 get its water?
Marshall County Public Service District 3'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Marshall County Public Service District 3 Water Report, WV. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wv3302608/
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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

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Marshall County Public Service District 3 (EPA ID: WV3302608) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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