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Norfolk, Virginia Water Quality Report

Water quality data for 5 water systems serving 298,051 people.

65
Fair
out of 100

Water Source

5
Water Systems
298K
People Served
Surface water, Ground water
Water Source

Detected Contaminants

ContaminantDetected LevelEPA Limit (MCL)Health Guideline% of LimitStatus
PFHxA0.004 No federal limit1000.0 ug/L(EWG)
0%
Below guideline
PFOS0.006 0.004 ug/L0.300 ug/L(EWG)
145%
Above limit
PFPeA0.005 No federal limit1000.0 ug/L(EWG)
0%
Below guideline

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 (2)

Violation

Unknown

minor

Violation

Unknown

minor

Resolved Violations (49)

38

Feb 1, 2024 — Feb 29, 2024

moderate

38

Feb 1, 2024 — Feb 29, 2024

moderate

38

Feb 1, 2024 — Feb 29, 2024

moderate

38

Feb 1, 2024 — Feb 29, 2024

moderate

38

Aug 1, 2019 — Aug 31, 2019

moderate

+ 44 more resolved violations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Norfolk tap water safe to drink?

Norfolk's water has 1 contaminant detected above EPA limits. While the water is treated, residents may want to consider additional filtration.

What contaminants are in Norfolk tap water?

3 contaminants have been detected in Norfolk's water supply across 5 water systems. See the full contaminant table above for details.

How can I improve my water quality in Norfolk?

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

Does Norfolk have any water quality violations?

Yes, Norfolk currently has 2 active violations. See the violations section above for details.