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Official Status: March 2026

Is Beckley tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Beckley scores 94/100.

Safety Score
94
out of 100

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Beckley

West Virginia

View West Virginia state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Beckley tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Beckley scores 94/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Beckley. We found 49 total violations (4 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Beckley.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Beckley?

Requirement Status
Optional
🟢
💡

Expert Advice

Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.

Buying a Filter?

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Baby Formula Safety

Mixing baby formula with Beckley tap water? Read this first.

Homebuyer's Perspective

If you're house-hunting in Beckley, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. The high safety score (94/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

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.

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Compliance Record for Beckley

49
Violations (5yr)
4
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Beckley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beckley tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Beckley scores 94/100.

How many water systems serve Beckley?

Beckley is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Beckley?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Beckley.

What is the water quality score for Beckley?

The water quality score for Beckley is 94 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 Beckley?

The top contaminants detected in Beckley include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
94/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
1
Population
47,386

Beckley Water Quality Summary

Beckley, WV receives a water quality score of 94/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

Beckley'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.

Beckley's score of 94 is 42 points above the West Virginia state average of 52, 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 West Virginia water quality rankings report →

Key Contaminants

Lead (90th percentile)
0.000634 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Beckley (1)

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