Historical Compliance Records WV

Lubeck Public Service District

EPA ID: WV3305404 ยท 11,724 people served ยท 5 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Lubeck Public Service District (WV3305404): PFAS sampling above the current EPA limit (UCMR5). Dating back across the full five-year EPA tracking window, Lubeck Public Service District encountered 1 violation, each subsequently remedied and closed - today the utility meets all federal drinking water requirements for the 11,724 residents in its service area and holds no open enforcement actions.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 61
Avg Safety Score
11,724
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00095 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
1
Contaminants Flagged
$172K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$67,004
Median Household Income
42,291
Service Area Population
54%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
62%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Lubeck Public Service District serves a community with a median household income of $67,004 and an estimated 42,291 residents across its service area. Approximately 62% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 54% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Lubeck Public Service District's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

56 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
14 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 80% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Lubeck Public Service District compares to EPA limits

Lead 1 mg/L (action level) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level)
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults

What This Means For You

Lead at 1 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 21 detections recorded. 4 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 4 exceed state limits.

State limits: PFOA: 0.004 ppt, PFOS: 0.004 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Lead was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in West Virginia

Lewisburg
12,065 people
D 53 violations
Wvawc Bluefield District
12,174 people
0 violations
Kenova Municipal Water
11,192 people
5 violations
Vienna
12,507 people
C 14 violations
City of Bridgeport
10,775 people
D 2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,440
PFAS Treatment $480
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $180
Total Estimated Cost $2,500

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,500 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Lubeck Public Service District (EPA ID: WV3305404) is a community water system in West Virginia that serves approximately 11,724 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (61/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 2 of 5 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 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 1, 2022 Lead Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead Inorganic 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00095 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 2 (Moderate 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 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 Lubeck Public Service District (WV3305404) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lubeck Public Service District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Lubeck Public Service District; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Lubeck Public Service District serve?

Lubeck Public Service District serves approximately 11,724 people across 5 ZIP codes in West Virginia.

Where does Lubeck Public Service District get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Above Current MCL

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). One or more PFAS compounds were measured above the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
58
Detections
5
Latest sample
3/19/2024
Highest analyte
PFOA: 179.5 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOA 179.5 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFBA 18.2 ppt โ€” โ€”
HFPO-DA 8 ppt 10 ppt Below current MCL
PFHpA 4.4 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 3.2 ppt โ€” โ€”

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

Is water from Lubeck Public Service District safe to drink?
Lubeck Public Service District has a C safety grade based on 1 recorded violation. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Lubeck Public Service District's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant 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 Lubeck Public Service District serve?
Lubeck Public Service District serves approximately 11,724 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Lubeck Public Service District's water source?
Lubeck Public Service District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Lubeck Public Service District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00095 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Lubeck Public Service District's service area?
The Lubeck Public Service District service area has a median household income of $67,004. EPA EJScreen data classifies 54% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Lubeck Public Service District get its water?
Lubeck Public Service District's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

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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

Lubeck Public Service District (EPA ID: WV3305404) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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