Hopewell
Is Hopewell tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Hopewell scores 94/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 9 local systems in Hopewell. We found 225 total violations (83 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
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Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Hopewell?
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 Hopewell.
Baby Formula Safety
EPA compliance thresholds and pediatric water precautions for Hopewell.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Water system history in Hopewell informs property maintenance and private filtration requirements. The high safety score (94/100) 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 Hopewell
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Hopewell.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hopewell tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Hopewell scores 94/100.
How many water systems serve Hopewell?
Hopewell is served by 9 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Hopewell?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Hopewell.
What is the water quality score for Hopewell?
The water quality score for Hopewell is 94 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 9 systems serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Hopewell?
The top contaminants detected in Hopewell include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Hopewell Water Quality Summary
Hopewell, VA receives a water quality score of 94/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 9 public water systems serving the area.
Hopewell'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.
Hopewell's score of 94 is 9 points above the Virginia state average of 85, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.
Hopewell's position as a large Virginia city within the Mid-Atlantic region—where the coastal plain meets the Appalachian foothills amid dense DC-suburb growth—presents unique environmental dynamics for its utility infrastructure. Reassuringly, the multiple water systems serving the community deliver outstanding quality, providing residents and prospective homebuyers with highly rated tap water. This collective performance across the municipal network demonstrates a strong commitment to clean water even as the surrounding area experiences rapid expansion.
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 Hopewell (9)
Waverly, Town Of
BFt Gregg-Adams (Ft Lee)
ACape Charles, Town Of
ACabin Point And Glebe Harbour
AVirginia-American Water Co.
BAlexandria, City Of
AStratford Harbour
APotomac Westmoreland Shores
ADale City
ACheck Your Specific Address
Water quality can vary by neighborhood in Hopewell.
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