Raleigh County Public Service District-south Sand Branch
EPA ID: WV3304153 · 60 people served · 3 ZIP codes
Over five tracked years, Raleigh County Public Service District-south Sand Branch has stayed completely violation-free for its 60 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Compliance Trajectory
Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months
Violations went from 2 (2023) to 6 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.
Service Area Demographics
The Raleigh County Public Service District-south Sand Branch serves a community with a median household income of $49,370 and an estimated 30,869 residents across its service area. Approximately 75% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 82% 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.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Raleigh County Public Service District-south Sand Branch'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.
About 1% of homes in Raleigh County, West Virginia rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
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
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in West Virginia
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
Raleigh County Public Service District-south Sand Branch (EPA ID: WV3304153) is a community water system in West Virginia that serves approximately 60 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 1 community.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
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: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Raleigh County Public Service District-south Sand Branch (WV3304153) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Raleigh County Public Service District-south Sand Branch water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Raleigh County Public Service District-south Sand Branch has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Raleigh County Public Service District-south Sand Branch serve?
Raleigh County Public Service District-south Sand Branch serves approximately 60 people across 3 ZIP codes in West Virginia.
Where does Raleigh County Public Service District-south Sand Branch get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.