Gloucester
Is Gloucester tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Gloucester scores 98/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 0 local systems in Gloucester. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
Live: 04:30 PM☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Gloucester.
Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Gloucester?
Expert Advice
Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.
Buying a Filter?
Wondering if Gloucester tap water needs filtering? We break it down.
Baby Formula Safety
Mixing baby formula with Gloucester tap water? Read this first.
Homebuyer's Perspective
If you're house-hunting in Gloucester, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. The high safety score (98/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.
Health & Family Safety
Current records show no major contaminant spikes, making Gloucester a preferred choice for health-conscious families.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Gloucester
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Gloucester.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gloucester tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Gloucester scores 98/100.
How many water systems serve Gloucester?
Gloucester is served by 0 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Gloucester?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Gloucester.
What is the water quality score for Gloucester?
The water quality score for Gloucester is 98 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.
What are the top contaminants in Gloucester?
Current contaminant data for Gloucester is being updated. Check back soon or search your specific address for the latest results.
Gloucester Water Quality Summary
Gloucester, VA receives a water quality score of 98/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.
Gloucester'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.
Gloucester's score of 98 is 11 points above the Virginia state average of 87, 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 →
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