Colonial Heights
Is Colonial Heights tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Colonial Heights scores 100/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Colonial Heights. We found 7 total violations (3 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
Live: 11:00 AM☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Colonial Heights.
Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Colonial Heights?
Expert Advice
Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.
Buying a Filter?
Evaluation of municipal compliance and household filtration options in Colonial Heights.
Baby Formula Safety
EPA compliance thresholds and pediatric water precautions for Colonial Heights.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Water system history in Colonial Heights informs property maintenance and private filtration requirements. The high safety score (100/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.
Health & Family Safety
Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Colonial Heights
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Colonial Heights.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Colonial Heights tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Colonial Heights scores 100/100.
How many water systems serve Colonial Heights?
Colonial Heights is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Colonial Heights?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Colonial Heights.
What is the water quality score for Colonial Heights?
The water quality score for Colonial Heights is 100 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 1 system serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Colonial Heights?
The top contaminants detected in Colonial Heights include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Colonial Heights Water Quality Summary
Colonial Heights, VA receives a water quality score of 100/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.
Colonial Heights's water quality is above the national average, with strong compliance records and low contaminant levels. Residents generally receive clean, safe tap water that meets EPA standards.
Colonial Heights's score of 100 is 15 points above the Virginia state average of 85, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.
Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Virginia water quality rankings report →
Key Contaminants
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Water Systems Serving Colonial Heights (1)
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