Current Health-Based Noncompliance WV 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Mason Company Public Service District-lakin District

EPA ID: WV3302712 ยท 4,296 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Mason Company Public Service District-lakin District (WV3302712): 2 unresolved EPA violations on record. Five-year compliance data for Mason Company Public Service District-lakin District includes 2 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 4,296 residents across the area it supplies.

Data: EPA SDWIS

4,296
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
20
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0045 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
20
Contaminants Flagged
$133K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Mason Company Public Service District-lakin District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$56,448
Median Household Income
11,752
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
68%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Mason Company Public Service District-lakin District serves a community with a median household income of $56,448 and an estimated 11,752 residents across its service area. Approximately 68% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Mason Company Public Service District-lakin District'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.

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

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

52 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 74% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Mason Company Public Service District-lakin District compares to EPA limits

Contaminant 2015 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.0005 mg/L
Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression
Atrazine 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.003 mg/L
Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects
Benzene 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.005 mg/L

What This Means For You

Contaminant 2015 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.0005 mg/L. Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Atrazine at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.003 mg/L. Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Benzene at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.005 mg/L.

Contaminant 2010 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 2035 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 2015 was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

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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 $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,750

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.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,750 (one-time) vs. $15,000 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

Mason Company Public Service District-lakin District (EPA ID: WV3302712) is a community water system in West Virginia that serves approximately 4,296 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

1 current health-based noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 0 resolved, 18 archived, 0 addressed, and 2 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 13, 2026 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Unaddressed (current)
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2010 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2015 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2035 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2036 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2037 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Atrazine Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2040 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2042 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2046 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Benzene Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2051 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2065 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2067 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2105 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2306 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2383 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2959 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2023 Copper Non-health-based Archived
February 14, 2021 Lead and Copper 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
Copper Inorganic 1 No
Contaminant 2010 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2015 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2035 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2036 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2037 Other Violation 1 No
Atrazine Organic 1 No
Contaminant 2040 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2042 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2046 Other Violation 1 No
Benzene Organic 1 No
Contaminant 2051 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2065 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2067 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2105 Other Violation 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0045 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

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Free 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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Mason Company Public Service District-lakin District (WV3302712) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mason Company Public Service District-lakin District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current health-based noncompliance record for Mason Company Public Service District-lakin 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 Mason Company Public Service District-lakin District serve?

Mason Company Public Service District-lakin District serves approximately 4,296 people across 2 ZIP codes in West Virginia.

Where does Mason Company Public Service District-lakin District get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

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.

Samples collected
58

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, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Mason Company Public Service District-lakin District's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 2015, Atrazine, Benzene, Contaminant 2010. 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 Mason Company Public Service District-lakin District serve?
Mason Company Public Service District-lakin District serves approximately 4,296 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Mason Company Public Service District-lakin District's water source?
Mason Company Public Service District-lakin District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Mason Company Public Service District-lakin District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0045 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Mason Company Public Service District-lakin District's service area?
The Mason Company Public Service District-lakin District service area has a median household income of $56,448. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Mason Company Public Service District-lakin District get its water?
Mason Company Public Service District-lakin District'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 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

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