Water Quality in Portsmouth, VA
5 water systems serving 24,138 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Portsmouth water systems is 4.0 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 134 |
| Health-based violations | 99 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Portsmouth
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Portsmouth tap water safe to drink?
Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth, Virginia?
Portsmouth has 5 public water systems serving approximately 24,138 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 4.0 ppb. There are 134 total violations on record.
Does Portsmouth have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 4.0 ppb across Portsmouth's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Portsmouth?
5 public water systems are registered in Portsmouth, Virginia with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 24,138 people.