Current Health-Based Noncompliance WV 11 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Mingo County Public Service District - Naugatuck

EPA ID: WV3303029 ยท 2,159 people served ยท 13 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Mingo County Public Service District - Naugatuck (WV3303029): 25 unresolved EPA violations on record. Based on the latest federal compliance data, Mingo County Public Service District - Naugatuck has 25 violations that the EPA has not yet closed - those outstanding findings are part of the enforcement record for a utility that delivers water to approximately 2,159 people throughout its service territory.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,159
People Served
13
ZIP Codes Served
166
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
12
Contaminants Flagged
$90K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Mingo County Public Service District - Naugatuck Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$36,125
Median Household Income
19,479
Service Area Population
98%
Disadvantaged Population
88th
Poverty Percentile
88th
Energy Burden Percentile
56%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Mingo County Public Service District - Naugatuck serves a community with a median household income of $36,125 and an estimated 19,479 residents across its service area. Approximately 56% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 98% 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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Mingo County Public Service District - Naugatuck'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
88th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
13th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 88th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 59% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Mingo County Public Service District - Naugatuck compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 6 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 5 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Lead and Copper Rule at 77 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Fecal Coliform at 26 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

E. coli at 25 Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action) exceeds the EPA maximum of Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action). Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children. Consider UV disinfection (99.99%) filtration.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 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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Wvaw- Gassaway
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1 violation
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2,146 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,246
Water Filtration $231
Total Estimated Cost $1,477

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 Property Value Decline $4,495

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$9,750
10 years
$19,500
20 years
$39,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,477 (one-time) vs. $19,500 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

Mingo County Public Service District - Naugatuck (EPA ID: WV3303029) is a community water system in West Virginia that serves approximately 2,159 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 13 ZIP codes across 13 communities.

Violation History

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

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 114 resolved, 27 archived, 3 addressed, and 22 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
February 25, 2026 Contaminant 0800 Health-based Unaddressed (current)
February 12, 2026 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
January 10, 2026 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
January 1, 2026 Contaminant 2105 Non-health-based Archived
November 15, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 12, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 12, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
September 29, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
September 29, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 12, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 12, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Archived
February 15, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
February 15, 2025 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
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 77 No
Fecal Coliform Microbiological 26 Yes
E. coli Microbiological 25 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 6 Yes
Contaminant 2105 Other Violation 5 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 5 Yes
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 5 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 5 No
Contaminant 0800 Other Violation 5 Yes
Chlorite Disinfection Byproducts 3 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 2 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 2 No

Health Risk Details

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)

Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ†’

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 โ†’

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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 3 (Low Risk)

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

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 Mingo County Public Service District - Naugatuck (WV3303029) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mingo County Public Service District - Naugatuck water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current health-based noncompliance record for Mingo County Public Service District - Naugatuck. 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 Mingo County Public Service District - Naugatuck serve?

Mingo County Public Service District - Naugatuck serves approximately 2,159 people across 13 ZIP codes in West Virginia.

Where does Mingo County Public Service District - Naugatuck get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
87

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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How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Mingo County Public Service District - Naugatuck's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Lead and Copper Rule, Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Fecal Coliform. 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 Mingo County Public Service District - Naugatuck serve?
Mingo County Public Service District - Naugatuck serves approximately 2,159 people with drinking water across 13 ZIP codes.
What is Mingo County Public Service District - Naugatuck's water source?
Mingo County Public Service District - Naugatuck draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Mingo County Public Service District - Naugatuck's service area?
The Mingo County Public Service District - Naugatuck service area has a median household income of $36,125. EPA EJScreen data classifies 98% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Mingo County Public Service District - Naugatuck get its water?
Mingo County Public Service District - Naugatuck'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. Based on the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Mingo County Public Service District - Naugatuck, WV. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wv3303029/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Mingo County Public Service District - Naugatuck (EPA ID: WV3303029) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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