Is tap water safe in ZIP 23229?

Q: Is tap water safe in ZIP 23229?

Henrico County Department of Public Utilities: grade A. No health-based violations in the last 5 years; PFAS tested (UCMR 5), none above federal limits; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2024).

Tap water quality for ZIP 23229

1 community water system linked to this ZIP, largest first.

What this means for you in ZIP 23229

Is it safe to drink right now?: Based on the latest EPA data, Henrico County Department of Public Utilities has no unresolved health-based violations from the past year. Water that meets federal standards is generally considered safe to drink for most healthy people.
Should I use a filter?: Optional. Nothing in this data strongly calls for one. Many people still filter for chlorine taste and odor.
What kind of filter?: For taste and odor (chlorine/chloramine), an NSF/ANSI 42 pitcher or faucet filter is enough. See matched standards and product picks.

This is general information from public EPA data, not medical advice. Lead often comes from a home’s own pipes, so only a test of your tap can tell your exposure. If you are pregnant, caring for an infant, or have a weakened immune system, ask your doctor or health department.

Filters matched to Henrico County Department of Public Utilities

FILTER PICKS

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