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Roanoke, VA water quality

Roanoke, VA is served by 19 public water systems, serving 186,179 people combined. Across those systems, we count 1 health-based violation in the last 5 years. The worst Tap Grade among them is D.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Roanoke, VA tap water safe to drink?

19 public water systems serve Roanoke, VA, with 1 health-based violation in the last 5 years across them. The worst Tap Grade among them is D.

Does Roanoke's water have lead in it?

The most recent 90th-percentile lead sample is 12.2 ppb, versus the EPA action level of 15 ppb.

Has PFAS been detected in Roanoke's water?

Yes — at least one water system serving Roanoke has detected PFAS under UCMR5.

Source: EPA SDWIS/ECHO · Data as of 2026Q2