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Red House, WV Tap Water Quality

Water safety reports for all 1 ZIP code in Red House, West Virginia

Average Score

53/100

Health Violations

0

ZIP Codes

1

High Lead Risk

0

of 1 ZIP codes

D

About Tap Water in Red House, WV

Tap water quality in Red House, WV is a significant concern, currently receiving a below-average safety score of 53/100 across 1 ZIP code. With 0 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years, systems like WVAWC-KANAWHA VALLEY DIST have struggled to maintain compliance with EPA regulations enforced by West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources. Residents are strongly encouraged to utilize certified water filtration systems.

A major factor in Red House's high rating is its flawless health-based violation record. Over the past 5 years of EPA tracking, local water systems have recorded zero health-based violations. This means that regulated contaminants—such as lead, arsenic, and harmful bacteria—have not exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) allowed by federal law. Drawing primarily from surface water, the city utilizes advanced filtration to maintain this standard.

Fortunately, the modeled risk for widespread lead exposure in Red House's municipal water is relatively low compared to national averages. However, because lead typically enters drinking water through the corrosion of older, individual home plumbing rather than the main supply lines, residents in homes built before 1986 should still exercise caution by running the tap before use.

Water Quality by ZIP Code — Red House, WV

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25168

Red House, WV

Score: 53/100✓ No violations

Frequently Asked Questions — Red House Water Quality

Is tap water safe to drink in Red House, WV?+
Tap water in Red House has a grade of D, indicating compliance concerns in recent years. Families with young children or pregnant women should consider using a certified NSF/ANSI 53 water filter for drinking and cooking.
What is the water quality score for Red House?+
The average water quality score across 1 ZIP code in Red House, WV is 53/100. Scores are derived from EPA violation history, lead levels, enforcement actions, and infrastructure risk indicators. Individual ZIP codes may vary — search your specific ZIP above for a personalized report.
Does Red House have lead in its tap water?+
Lead risk ratings in Red House are relatively low based on EPA monitoring data. However, lead in home plumbing is a separate concern — if your home was built before 1986, individual tap testing is recommended.
How do I get the water quality report for Red House?+
Each ZIP code in Red House has a full water quality report on this site — click any ZIP code below. You can also get the annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) from your local water utility. The CCR is required to be published every year by July 1 and contains actual contaminant measurements and violation history.
Where does Red House's tap water come from?+
Tap water in Red House, WV primarily comes from surface water. Surface water systems treat water from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs using filtration, sedimentation, and disinfection before it reaches your tap.

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