What was found in Fredricksted's water
The highest level seen across the city's suppliers, the EPA limit for each, and where the figure comes from.
| Contaminant | Level vs EPA limit | Suppliers | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead | 0.0096 mg/L 64% of the EPA limit 0.0150 mg/L | 1/1 | LCR |
Water suppliers serving Fredricksted
| Supplier | Population served |
|---|---|
| Good Hope Townhouses | 98 |
Frequently asked questions about Fredricksted tap water
Is Fredricksted tap water safe to drink?
EPA testing detected 1 contaminant in the water serving Fredricksted. A detection isn't the same as a violation — most detected levels are within federal limits. Check the level and source for each contaminant above, and your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report for the official compliance status.
How many water suppliers serve Fredricksted?
1 public water supplier report drinking-water monitoring for Fredricksted, VI to the EPA. Each is listed above with its population served.
What contaminants are in Fredricksted's water?
The contaminants EPA monitoring detected in Fredricksted include Lead. The full list, with the highest level found and the data source, is in the table above.
Where does this data come from?
Every figure is official EPA drinking-water monitoring — the Lead & Copper Rule, the UCMR-5 nationwide testing program, and the EPA Six-Year Review — not our own testing. Each number is labelled with its source and period.