Richmond
Is Richmond tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Richmond scores 100/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Richmond. We found 97 total violations (3 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
Live: 11:00 AM☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Richmond.
Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Richmond?
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 Richmond.
Baby Formula Safety
EPA compliance thresholds and pediatric water precautions for Richmond.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Water system history in Richmond 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 Richmond
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Richmond.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Richmond tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Richmond scores 100/100.
How many water systems serve Richmond?
Richmond is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Richmond?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Richmond.
What is the water quality score for Richmond?
The water quality score for Richmond 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 Richmond?
The top contaminants detected in Richmond include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Richmond Water Quality Summary
Richmond, 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.
Richmond'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.
Richmond'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.
For homebuyers and residents moving to this Mid-Atlantic mid-size city, Richmond's municipal water setup ensures consistent EPA compliance with stellar quality marks. Although the surrounding Virginia landscape transitions from coastal plains to Appalachian foothills and faces dense growth from the nearby DC suburbs, the single local water system has maintained an exceptional compliance record. This consistent performance indicates a highly reliable infrastructure capable of delivering safe, quality tap water to households across the community.
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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