Water Quality in Charleston, WV
248 water systems serving 515,437 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Charleston water systems is 2.6 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 6910 |
| Health-based violations | 232 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Charleston
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Charleston tap water safe to drink?
Charleston tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants. Review the individual water system pages below for the latest lead sample results and violation history.
What is the water quality in Charleston, West Virginia?
Charleston has 248 public water systems serving approximately 515,437 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 2.6 ppb. There are 6910 total violations on record.
Does Charleston have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 2.6 ppb across Charleston's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Charleston?
248 public water systems are registered in Charleston, West Virginia with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 515,437 people.