Water System Report WV

Point Pleasant Water Works

EPA ID: WV3302710 · 5,146 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Over five tracked years, Point Pleasant Water Works has stayed completely violation-free for its 5,146 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

C · 59
Avg Safety Score
5,146
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$141K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Point Pleasant Water Works Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$48,089
Median Household Income
11,568
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Point Pleasant Water Works serves a community with a median household income of $48,089 and an estimated 11,568 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Point Pleasant Water Works'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
90th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Mason County, West Virginia rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

44 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 63% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in West Virginia

C 23 violations
New Martinsville
5,272 people
0 violations
C 177 violations
C 6 violations
D 15 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $1,700

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

POINT PLEASANT WATER WORKS (EPA ID: WV3302710) is a community water system in West Virginia that serves approximately 5,146 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (59/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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.

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Point Pleasant Water Works (WV3302710) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Point Pleasant Water Works water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Point Pleasant Water Works has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Point Pleasant Water Works serve?

Point Pleasant Water Works serves approximately 5,146 people across 3 ZIP codes in West Virginia.

Where does Point Pleasant Water Works get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
29
Detections
1
Latest sample
5/21/2025
Highest analyte
PFHxS: 4 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFHxS 4 ppt 10 ppt Below current MCL

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) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Point Pleasant Water Works safe to drink?
Point Pleasant Water Works has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Point Pleasant Water Works meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Point Pleasant Water Works serve?
Point Pleasant Water Works serves approximately 5,146 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Point Pleasant Water Works's water source?
Point Pleasant Water Works draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Point Pleasant Water Works's service area?
The Point Pleasant Water Works service area has a median household income of $48,089. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Point Pleasant Water Works get its water?
Point Pleasant Water Works'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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