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Eastern Wyoming Public Service District Stephenson Wtp

EPA ID: WV3305521 · 3,616 people served · 11 ZIP codes

Compliance tracking for Eastern Wyoming Public Service District Stephenson Wtp shows 17 pending violations logged in the EPA system — the supplier delivers water to approximately 3,616 residents while those findings remain open.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

C · 69
Avg Safety Score
3,616
People Served
11
ZIP Codes Served
28
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.000654 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
10
Contaminants Flagged

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2023) to 11 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Eastern Wyoming Public Service District Stephenson Wtp Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$57,765
Median Household Income
4,943
Service Area Population
99%
Disadvantaged Population
79th
Poverty Percentile
89th
Energy Burden Percentile
78%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Eastern Wyoming Public Service District Stephenson Wtp serves a community with a median household income of $57,765 and an estimated 4,943 residents across its service area. Approximately 78% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 99% 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?

Groundwater

Eastern Wyoming Public Service District Stephenson Wtp'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
62th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
19th
Superfund Site Proximity

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 62th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

67 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
10 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 87% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Eastern Wyoming Public Service District Stephenson Wtp compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Lead and Copper Rule at 9 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 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

B 28 violations
0 violations
D 15 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,267
Radon Mitigation $133
Total Estimated Cost $1,400

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 $1,400 (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

EASTERN WYOMING PSD STEPHENSON WTP (EPA ID: WV3305521) is a community water system in West Virginia that serves approximately 3,616 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 11 ZIP codes across 11 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (69/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

28 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
August 16, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2025 Contaminant 2383 Monitoring Unresolved
June 15, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2025 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Monitoring Unresolved
October 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2024 Contaminant 2959 Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
June 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
June 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Unresolved
June 1, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Unresolved
December 30, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment 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 9 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 5 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 5 No
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 3 No
Contaminant 2383 Other Violation 1 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Contaminant 2959 Other Violation 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
25882 0.000654 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 6 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 5 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Eastern Wyoming Public Service District Stephenson Wtp (WV3305521) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eastern Wyoming Public Service District Stephenson Wtp water safe to drink?

Eastern Wyoming Public Service District Stephenson Wtp has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Eastern Wyoming Public Service District Stephenson Wtp serve?

Eastern Wyoming Public Service District Stephenson Wtp serves approximately 3,616 people across 11 ZIP codes in West Virginia.

Where does Eastern Wyoming Public Service District Stephenson Wtp get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
58

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) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
2,059
Confirmed Non-Lead

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.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 3,616
Reported to West Virginia

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Eastern Wyoming Public Service District Stephenson Wtp safe to drink?
Eastern Wyoming Public Service District Stephenson Wtp has a C safety grade based on 28 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Eastern Wyoming Public Service District Stephenson Wtp's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), 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 5 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 Eastern Wyoming Public Service District Stephenson Wtp serve?
Eastern Wyoming Public Service District Stephenson Wtp serves approximately 3,616 people with drinking water across 11 ZIP codes.
What is Eastern Wyoming Public Service District Stephenson Wtp's water source?
Eastern Wyoming Public Service District Stephenson Wtp draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Eastern Wyoming Public Service District Stephenson Wtp's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.000654 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Eastern Wyoming Public Service District Stephenson Wtp's service area?
The Eastern Wyoming Public Service District Stephenson Wtp service area has a median household income of $57,765. EPA EJScreen data classifies 99% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Eastern Wyoming Public Service District Stephenson Wtp get its water?
Eastern Wyoming Public Service District Stephenson Wtp'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.

What You Can Do

1

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3

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