Matewan Water Works
EPA ID: WV3303005 · 2,205 people served · 9 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Matewan Water Works (WV3303005): 6 violations recorded with unresolved status in the SDWIS data used. Looking at the EPA enforcement file for Matewan Water Works, 6 violations are listed as unresolved as of its reporting date; the utility's service area includes approximately 2,205 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Matewan Water Works Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Matewan Water Works have a median household income of $32,740 and about 14,957 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 55% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: On average, 100% of census tracts in the counties mapped to this service area are designated disadvantaged by the federal Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST, 2022 version). 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?
Matewan Water Works'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.
Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.
Infrastructure Risk
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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System Overview
Matewan Water Works (EPA ID: WV3303005) is a community water system in West Virginia that serves approximately 2,205 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 9 ZIP codes across 9 communities.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 8 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 13, 2025 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 13, 2025 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 13, 2025 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 13, 2025 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 13, 2025 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 13, 2025 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 20, 2025 | Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| July 20, 2025 | Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| July 20, 2025 | Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| July 20, 2025 | Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| July 16, 2025 | Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| July 16, 2025 | Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| January 1, 2023 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Chlorine | Non-health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Other (notice or report rule) | 6 | No |
| Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Other Violation | 6 | Yes |
| Chlorine | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
| Chlorine | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| Below the reporting limit | No | 2023-12-31 |
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
9 of 9 ZIP records with known zones are in EPA Radon Zone 3.
The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.
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.
- 25621 - Gilbert
- 25651 - Wharncliffe
- 25661 - Williamson
- 25670 - Delbarton
- 25672 - Edgarton
- 25678 - Matewan
- 25688 - North Matewan
- 25692 - Red Jacket
- 25696 - Varney
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Matewan Water Works (WV3303005) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Matewan Water Works water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 6 current health-based noncompliance records for Matewan Water Works. 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 Matewan Water Works serve?
Matewan Water Works serves approximately 2,205 people across 9 ZIP codes in West Virginia.
Where does Matewan Water Works get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
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