City of Berkeley Springs
EPA ID: WV3303301 ยท 3,526 people served ยท 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Berkeley Springs (WV3303301): 3 unresolved EPA violations on record. In the most recent EPA reporting cycle, City of Berkeley Springs carried 3 violations still marked as unresolved - each remains active in the federal enforcement ledger while the utility continues operations for its service population of approximately 3,526 people across the area it supplies.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for City of Berkeley Springs Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The City of Berkeley Springs serves a community with a median household income of $64,070 and an estimated 11,929 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 50% 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.
๐ Where Does Your Water Come From?
City of Berkeley Springs'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.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How City of Berkeley Springs compares to EPA limits
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.
Chlorite at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 1 mg/L. Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children. Consider ferrous sulfate reduction filtration.
Surface Water Treatment Rule at 3 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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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
City of Berkeley Springs (EPA ID: WV3303301) is a community water system in West Virginia that serves approximately 3,526 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 25411 in Berkeley Springs.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 12 resolved, 17 archived, 0 addressed, and 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 1, 2025 | Fecal Coliform | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2025 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| October 1, 2025 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| August 14, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2025 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| July 1, 2025 | Chlorite | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| April 1, 2025 | Chlorite | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| March 1, 2025 | Fecal Coliform | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| November 1, 2024 | Fecal Coliform | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2024 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| April 1, 2024 | Chlorite | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Chlorite | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| 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 |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chlorite | Disinfection Byproducts | 4 | No |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Failure | 3 | No |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Failure | 3 | No |
| Fecal Coliform | Microbiological | 3 | No |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 2 | 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 |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0035 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 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 $20โ$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree 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.
- 25411 - Berkeley Springs
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Berkeley Springs (WV3303301) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is City of Berkeley Springs water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 3 current noncompliance records and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.
How many people does City of Berkeley Springs serve?
City of Berkeley Springs serves approximately 3,526 people across 1 ZIP code in West Virginia.
Where does City of Berkeley Springs 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.
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, 2023โ2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Berkeley Springs (WV): 32 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wv3303301/
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What You Can Do
Test your water
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Check your specific ZIP code
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Contact your utility
City of Berkeley Springs (EPA ID: WV3303301) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.