Hiawatha Water
EPA ID: WV3302814 · 63 people served · 6 ZIP codes
Unlike many utilities its size, Hiawatha Water carries a violation-free five-year record — no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 63 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Compliance Trajectory
Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months
Violations went from 2 (2021) to 1 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Hiawatha Water Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade D
Service Area Demographics
The Hiawatha Water serves a community with a median household income of $42,902 and an estimated 2,532 residents across its service area. Approximately 72% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 95% 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?
Hiawatha Water'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.
About 1% of homes in Mercer 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 77th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in West Virginia
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
HIAWATHA WATER (EPA ID: WV3302814) is a community water system in West Virginia that serves approximately 63 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 6 communities.
Average Home Safety Score: D (53/100)
Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.
Violation History
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 1 (High 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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
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 Hiawatha Water (WV3302814) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hiawatha Water water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Hiawatha Water has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Hiawatha Water serve?
Hiawatha Water serves approximately 63 people across 6 ZIP codes in West Virginia.
Where does Hiawatha Water get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
What You Can Do
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Hiawatha Water (EPA ID: WV3302814) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.