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Williamsburg, Virginia Water Quality Report

Water quality data for 15 water systems serving 76,975 people.

45
Poor
out of 100

Water Source

15
Water Systems
77K
People Served
Ground water, Surface water
Water Source

Detected Contaminants

ContaminantDetected LevelEPA Limit (MCL)Health Guideline% of LimitStatus
lithium24.7 No federal limit10.0 ug/L(EPA/USGS HBSL)
247%
Above guideline
PFHxS0.003 0.010 ug/L0.001 ug/L(EWG)
31%
Within limit

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your water supply, these filtration systems are recommended:

Reverse Osmosis (RO)

Reverse osmosis systems remove up to 99% of PFAS compounds. Recommended for homes with detected PFAS.

Up to 99% PFAS removal

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Compliance & Violations

Active Violations (35)

75

Jan 3, 2025

minor

75

Jan 3, 2025

minor

45

Sep 19, 2021

critical

45

Sep 19, 2021

critical

45

Sep 19, 2021

critical

45

Sep 19, 2021

critical

45

Sep 19, 2021

critical

45

Sep 19, 2021

critical

45

Sep 19, 2021

critical

45

Sep 19, 2021

critical

45

Sep 19, 2021

critical

45

Sep 19, 2021

critical

45

Sep 19, 2021

critical

45

Sep 19, 2021

critical

45

Sep 19, 2021

critical

45

Sep 19, 2021

critical

45

Sep 19, 2021

critical

45

Sep 19, 2021

critical

45

Sep 19, 2021

critical

45

Sep 19, 2021

critical

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minor

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minor

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minor

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minor

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minor

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minor

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minor

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minor

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minor

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minor

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minor

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minor

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Unknown

minor

Violation

Unknown

minor

Resolved Violations (363)

3A

Aug 1, 2025 — Aug 31, 2025

minor

3A

Feb 1, 2025 — Feb 28, 2025

minor

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

+ 358 more resolved violations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Williamsburg tap water safe to drink?

Williamsburg's water meets all EPA maximum contaminant levels. However, 2 contaminants were detected at various levels. Some residents may prefer additional filtration for peace of mind.

What contaminants are in Williamsburg tap water?

2 contaminants have been detected in Williamsburg's water supply across 15 water systems. See the full contaminant table above for details.

How can I improve my water quality in Williamsburg?

Install a water filter rated for the specific contaminants found in Williamsburg's water. See our filter recommendations above. You can also request your utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current test results.

Does Williamsburg have any water quality violations?

Yes, Williamsburg currently has 35 active violations. See the violations section above for details.