Water Quality in Fairfax, VA
37 water systems serving 28,952 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Fairfax water systems is 1.3 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 242 |
| Health-based violations | 25 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Fairfax
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fairfax tap water safe to drink?
Fairfax 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 Fairfax, Virginia?
Fairfax has 37 public water systems serving approximately 28,952 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 1.3 ppb. There are 242 total violations on record.
Does Fairfax have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 1.3 ppb across Fairfax's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Fairfax?
37 public water systems are registered in Fairfax, Virginia with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 28,952 people.