Bristow, VA 20136

1 water system350 residents

Poor water quality - filtration recommended

D

Score: 26/100

Graded on EPA violations, contaminants, severity, compliance, and enforcement history. See methodology.

Data updated June 2026 • Sources: EPA ECHO and EPA Envirofacts

37

Contaminants Detected

137

Violations on Record

11

Health-Based Violations

0

Recent Violations

Grade Breakdown

Contaminant Count0 / 25
Violation History8 / 25
Contaminant Severity11 / 25
System Compliance0 / 15
Enforcement History0 / 10
Total Score26%

26 / 100 points

Recommended Water Filters

  • Point-of-Use Carbon Filter (NSF-certified for lead)
  • Reverse Osmosis or Ion Exchange Filter
  • Ultraviolet (UV) Purification
  • Whole Home Carbon Filter System
Compare filter types in our Filter Guide →

Consult a water quality specialist for personalized recommendations.

Bristow vs VA & National Average

Detected Contaminants

37 contaminants detected across water systems serving this ZIP code

ContaminantCategory
Antimony, TotalHeavy Metal
ArsenicHeavy Metal
BariumHeavy Metal
Beryllium, TotalHeavy Metal
CadmiumHeavy Metal
ChromiumHeavy Metal
Lead and Copper RuleHeavy Metal
MercuryHeavy Metal
NickelHeavy Metal
SeleniumHeavy Metal
Thallium, TotalHeavy Metal
FluorideInorganic
Coliform (TCR)Microorganism
1,1,1-TrichloroethaneOther
1,1,2-TrichloroethaneOther
1,2-DichloropropaneOther
DICHLOROMETHANEOther
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)Radiological
Combined UraniumRadiological
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and URadiological
1,1-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
1,2-DichloroethaneVolatile Organic
1,2,4-TrichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
BenzeneVolatile Organic
Carbon tetrachlorideVolatile Organic
CHLOROBENZENEVolatile Organic
cis-1,2-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
EthylbenzeneVolatile Organic
o-DichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
p-DichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
StyreneVolatile Organic
TetrachloroethyleneVolatile Organic
TolueneVolatile Organic
trans-1,2-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
TrichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
Vinyl chlorideVolatile Organic
Xylenes, TotalVolatile Organic

Water System Information

Systems Serving This ZIP:
LINTON HALL SCHOOL
Population Served:
350
Systems With Violations:
1 of 1
Major Violations:
112
Enforcement Actions:
134

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the grade mean?

Our A–F grade ranks this ZIP code's water quality against every other analyzed ZIP in the country, based on EPA data. A = among the best, F = among the most troubled.

Is my tap water safe to drink?

Water systems regulated by the EPA must comply with Safe Drinking Water Act standards. However, if you're concerned about water quality, consider a water filter appropriate for your contaminants.

How often is the data updated?

We update our data quarterly with the latest EPA ECHO and Envirofacts data. Historical violations are tracked to identify patterns.

What filters do you recommend?

Filter recommendations are based on detected contaminants in your area. See our Filter Guide for detailed information about different filter types.