Oceana Community of
EPA ID: WV3305516 · 3,796 people served · 10 ZIP codes
Oceana Community of's current EPA file includes 26 unresolved violations — every outstanding finding is documented in federal records for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 3,796 residents across its service territory.
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 7 (2021) to 50 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Oceana Community of Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade C
Service Area Demographics
The Oceana Community of serves a community with a median household income of $49,406 and an estimated 9,005 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: 100% 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?
Oceana Community of'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 2% of homes in Wyoming 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 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Oceana Community of compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 11 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 8 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 15 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Contaminant 0700 at 8 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Stage 1 DBP Rule at 4 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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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
OCEANA COMMUNITY OF (EPA ID: WV3305516) is a community water system in West Virginia that serves approximately 3,796 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 10 ZIP codes across 10 communities.
Average Home Safety Score: C (68/100)
Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.
Violation History
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 29, 2025 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| July 12, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| July 1, 2025 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| July 1, 2025 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| July 1, 2025 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Health-based | Unresolved |
| June 30, 2025 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| June 29, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| May 2, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| May 1, 2025 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| May 1, 2025 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| May 1, 2025 | Fecal Coliform | Health-based | Unresolved |
| April 1, 2025 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| April 1, 2025 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| April 1, 2025 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Health-based | Unresolved |
| February 1, 2025 | Contaminant 0700 | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 10, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 1, 2025 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| January 1, 2025 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Health-based | Unresolved |
| December 30, 2024 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| October 21, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | 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 | 15 | No |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 11 | Yes |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 8 | No |
| Contaminant 0700 | Other Violation | 8 | Yes |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 4 | No |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Failure | 3 | No |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting Failure | 3 | Yes |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 2 | No |
| Contaminant 0800 | Other Violation | 2 | Yes |
| Copper | Inorganic | 1 | No |
| E. coli | Microbiological | 1 | No |
| Fecal Coliform | Microbiological | 1 | Yes |
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 →
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:
Radon Risk in Service Area
Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
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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
Coverage: 9 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.
- 24818 — Brenton
- 24822 — Clear Fork
- 24823 — Coal Mountain
- 24827 — Cyclone
- 24849 — Jesse
- 24854 — Kopperston
- 24857 — Lynco
- 24860 — Matheny
- 24870 — Oceana
- 24882 — Simon
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Oceana Community of (WV3305516) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oceana Community of water safe to drink?
Oceana Community of has recorded 11 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.
How many people does Oceana Community of serve?
Oceana Community of serves approximately 3,796 people across 10 ZIP codes in West Virginia.
Where does Oceana Community of get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Lead Service Line Inventory
Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:
This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.
Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.
Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026
ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What You Can Do
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Oceana Community of (EPA ID: WV3305516) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.