Current Noncompliance WV 3 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Fenwick Mountain Public Service District

EPA ID: WV3303406 ยท 554 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Fenwick Mountain Public Service District (WV3303406): 11 unresolved EPA violations on record. EPA compliance records for Fenwick Mountain Public Service District show 11 unresolved violations - findings that remain open and are tracked at the federal level, covering a service territory of approximately 554 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

554
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
38
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.000512 mg/L
Max Lead Level
4
Contaminants Flagged
$64K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Fenwick Mountain Public Service District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$32,143
Median Household Income
4,418
Service Area Population
86%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
73%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Fenwick Mountain Public Service District serves a community with a median household income of $32,143 and an estimated 4,418 residents across its service area. Approximately 73% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 86% 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

Fenwick Mountain Public Service District'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

56 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
13 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 81% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Fenwick Mountain Public Service District compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 9 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 4 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects

What This Means For You

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 9 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 4 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 19 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in West Virginia

Worthington Town of
598 people
22 violations
Grant Town, Town of
506 people
4 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Lead Pipe Replacement Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Lead Pipe Replacement $1,620
Flood Insurance $1,000
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $3,320

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 Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,320 (one-time) vs. $15,000 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

Fenwick Mountain Public Service District (EPA ID: WV3303406) is a community water system in West Virginia that serves approximately 554 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Violation History

11 current noncompliance records in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 27 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 11 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 14, 2026 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
February 14, 2026 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
February 14, 2026 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
February 14, 2026 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
December 30, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
June 30, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
April 27, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
February 15, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
February 15, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
February 15, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
February 15, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
February 15, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
February 15, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 11, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
December 30, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
December 30, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 20, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved

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 19 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 9 Yes
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 6 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 4 No

Health Risk Details

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
0.000512 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.

Need help with your water quality?

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

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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 Fenwick Mountain Public Service District (WV3303406) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fenwick Mountain Public Service District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 11 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 Fenwick Mountain Public Service District serve?

Fenwick Mountain Public Service District serves approximately 554 people across 3 ZIP codes in West Virginia.

Where does Fenwick Mountain Public Service District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Fenwick Mountain Public Service District's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Lead and Copper Rule, Stage 1 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 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 Fenwick Mountain Public Service District serve?
Fenwick Mountain Public Service District serves approximately 554 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Fenwick Mountain Public Service District's water source?
Fenwick Mountain Public Service District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Fenwick Mountain Public Service District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.000512 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Fenwick Mountain Public Service District's service area?
The Fenwick Mountain Public Service District service area has a median household income of $32,143. EPA EJScreen data classifies 86% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Fenwick Mountain Public Service District get its water?
Fenwick Mountain Public Service District'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.). Fenwick Mountain Public Service District: 38 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wv3303406/
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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

Fenwick Mountain Public Service District (EPA ID: WV3303406) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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