Tap Water Quality in Charleston, WV
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Charleston Drinking Water Overview
Population: ~47,000 | Source: Elk River and Kanawha River
Charleston gained national attention in 2014 when a massive MCHM chemical spill from a Freedom Industries storage tank contaminated the Elk River, leaving 300,000 residents without safe tap water for days. The incident led to stricter chemical storage regulations. West Virginia American Water has since enhanced monitoring and treatment capabilities.
Common water quality concerns in Charleston
Chemical spills (MCHM)
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Industrial contamination
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Lead in older homes
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Coal mining impacts
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What's in your Charleston water report
Contaminant levels
Every detected contaminant in your Charleston water system, compared to EPA limits and health guidelines.
Violation history
All EPA violations on record for water systems serving Charleston, including health-based and monitoring violations.
Water quality grade
An A through F grade based on violation history, contaminant levels, and health guideline comparisons.
Filter recommendations
Which type of water filter will actually remove the contaminants found in your specific water system.
Water quality in nearby cities
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