Lester Municipal Water Works
EPA ID: WV3304115 · 665 people served · 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Lester Municipal Water Works (WV3304115): 15 violations recorded with unresolved status in the SDWIS data used. EPA record snapshot: Lester Municipal Water Works, 15 open violations, 665 people served.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Lester Municipal Water Works Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Lester Municipal Water Works have a median household income of $66,109 and about 2,092 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 43% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: On average, 82% 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?
Lester Municipal 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 70th 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
Lester Municipal Water Works (EPA ID: WV3304115) is a community water system in West Virginia that serves approximately 665 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 18 resolved, 4 archived, 0 addressed, and 15 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 23, 2026 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| December 30, 2025 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| November 2, 2025 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| October 1, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| October 1, 2025 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Archived |
| July 1, 2025 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Archived |
| December 30, 2024 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| November 22, 2024 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| October 1, 2024 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| September 15, 2024 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| September 15, 2024 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| September 15, 2024 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| September 15, 2024 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| July 1, 2024 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Archived |
| June 2, 2024 | Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| June 2, 2024 | Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| June 2, 2024 | Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| June 2, 2024 | Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| April 1, 2024 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Archived |
| October 1, 2023 | Consumer Confidence 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | MCL Violation, Monitoring & Reporting | 11 | Yes |
| Public Notice | Other (notice or report rule) | 11 | No |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Other (notice or report rule) | 4 | No |
| Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Other Violation | 4 | Yes |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 3 | No |
| Public Notice | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting Failure | 1 | No |
| E. coli | Microbiological | 1 | No |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 1 | No |
Health Risk Details
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) (EPA limit: 0.08 mg/L)
Long-term exposure is associated with increased cancer risk, including bladder cancer; possible reproductive effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, long-term consumers of chlorinated water.
Treatment options (verify a product is certified to reduce this contaminant): granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, point-of-entry aeration. Find the right filter →
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0141 mg/L | No | 2022-12-31 |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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 available EPA compliance records for Lester Municipal Water Works (WV3304115) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lester Municipal Water Works water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 4 current health-based noncompliance records for Lester Municipal 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 Lester Municipal Water Works serve?
Lester Municipal Water Works serves approximately 665 people across 2 ZIP codes in West Virginia.
Where does Lester Municipal Water Works get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Lester Municipal Water Works (WV): 9 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/wv3304115/
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