Piedmont Municipal Wtr Wks
EPA ID: WV3302921 · 847 people served · 1 ZIP code
Within the EPA compliance database, Piedmont Municipal Wtr Wks shows 49 violations still pending resolution — a status that applies across the full service territory of approximately 847 people and reflects findings that have not yet cleared the federal enforcement process or received formal closure.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Compliance Trajectory
Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months
Violations went from 1 (2021) to 2 (2024). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Piedmont Municipal Wtr Wks Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade F
Service Area Demographics
The Piedmont Municipal Wtr Wks serves a community with a median household income of $44,688 and an estimated 897 residents across its service area. Approximately 92% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 43% 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?
Piedmont Municipal Wtr Wks'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.
About 0% of homes in Mineral 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 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Piedmont Municipal Wtr Wks compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
HAA9 at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L.
Lead and Copper Rule at 25 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Bromodichloroacetic Acid at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L.
Fecal Coliform at 15 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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System Overview
Piedmont Municipal Wtr Wks (EPA ID: WV3302921) is a community water system in West Virginia that serves approximately 847 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 26750 in Piedmont.
Average Home Safety Score: F (38/100)
Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.
Violation History
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 14, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| July 10, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| July 1, 2025 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| July 1, 2025 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| January 11, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| January 1, 2025 | Contaminant 1919 | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| December 14, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| October 4, 2024 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Health-based | Unresolved |
| October 1, 2024 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| July 1, 2024 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| July 1, 2024 | Chlorite | Health-based | Unresolved |
| July 1, 2024 | Contaminant 1919 | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| May 1, 2024 | Fecal Coliform | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| April 14, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| February 16, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 1, 2024 | Contaminant 1919 | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| January 1, 2024 | Contaminant 1045 | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| December 15, 2023 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| October 1, 2023 | E. coli | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| October 1, 2023 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Failure | 25 | No |
| Fecal Coliform | Microbiological | 15 | Yes |
| E. coli | Microbiological | 13 | No |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 11 | Yes |
| Chlorite | Disinfection Byproducts | 9 | Yes |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting Failure | 8 | Yes |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 6 | Yes |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Failure | 6 | No |
| Contaminant 1919 | Other Violation | 3 | No |
| HAA9 | Disinfection Byproducts | 2 | No |
| Chlorine residual | Disinfectant | 2 | Yes |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 2 | No |
| Contaminant 1045 | Other Violation | 1 | No |
| Bromodichloroacetic Acid | Disinfection Byproducts | 1 | No |
Health Risk Details
Chlorite (EPA limit: 1 mg/L)
Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children At-risk groups: infants, developing fetuses, people with G6PD deficiency.
Removal methods: ferrous sulfate reduction, activated carbon, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter →
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) (EPA limit: 0.08 mg/L)
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns At-risk groups: pregnant women, long-term consumers of chlorinated water, people who frequently shower in chlorinated water.
Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, point-of-entry aeration. Find the right filter →
Chlorine (Residual Disinfectant) (EPA limit: 4 mg/L (MRDL — Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level))
Irritation & DBP formation at high levels; protective at normal treatment levels At-risk groups: people with asthma or chemical sensitivities, kidney dialysis patients (water must be dechlorinated).
Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), KDF media filter, carbon block filter. Find the right filter →
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:
| ZIP Code | Lead Level | Exceeds Limit | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26750 | 0.0077 mg/L | No | N/A |
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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ZIP Codes Served
- 26750 — Piedmont
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Piedmont Municipal Wtr Wks (WV3302921) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Piedmont Municipal Wtr Wks water safe to drink?
Piedmont Municipal Wtr Wks has recorded 14 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.
How many people does Piedmont Municipal Wtr Wks serve?
Piedmont Municipal Wtr Wks serves approximately 847 people across 1 ZIP code in West Virginia.
Where does Piedmont Municipal Wtr Wks get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Lead Service Line Inventory
Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:
Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.
Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026
ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What You Can Do
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