Is Lynchburg tap water safe to drink?

Yes with good quality

Lynchburg's tap water meets all EPA standards and scores well on our analysis. It is generally safe to drink though filtration can improve taste and provide extra precaution.

82/100
Purity Score
2
Issues Found
1.8 GPG
Hardness
Not detected
PFAS

2 Issues Detected in Lynchburg

Moderate Chlorine Level

Chlorine within EPA limits but may affect taste.

Chlorine info for Lynchburg

Arsenic Approaching Limit (0.1 mg/L)

EPA limit is 0.010 mg/L.

Arsenic info for Lynchburg
Virginia

245,012,450,224,504 · Pedlar Reservoir and James River

Lynchburg Drinking Water Quality Report

Low Risk Updated March 2026 82,168 residents
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82
Purity Score

This 2026 water quality report for Lynchburg compiles data from EPA SDWIS, EWG testing records, and the Lynchburg Water Resources consumer confidence report. Scores, contaminant levels, and matched filter recommendations are below.

Contaminant Levels

PFAS
ND
Lead
2.2 ppb
Nitrate
0.4 mg/L
Arsenic
0.1 mg/L
Hardness
1.8 gpg

Health Insights

  • 1
    Chlorine levels may affect the taste of Lynchburg's tap water. A carbon filter improves flavor.

Score

82 /100
Good
"Good" threshold (70)

Lynchburg tap water is sourced from Pedlar Reservoir and James River and treated by Lynchburg Water Resources. Overall purity score: 82/100 (Good). Updated for 2026.

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Lynchburg Water FAQ

Is Lynchburg VA tap water safe to drink in 2026?
Lynchburg tap water meets EPA federal drinking water standards and scores 82/100 (Good) on PurityMap for 2026. For most healthy adults the water is considered safe but point-of-use filtration adds an important layer of protection.
Does Lynchburg VA use chlorine or chloramine for disinfection?
Lynchburg uses chloramine as the primary disinfectant with a residual level of 1.2 ppm. Chloramine is harder to remove than free chlorine and requires a catalytic carbon or reverse osmosis filter. Standard Brita-style pitchers will NOT remove chloramine.
How hard is Lynchburg VA water and what is the TDS level?
Lynchburg water hardness is 1.8 grains per gallon (soft) with a TDS of 55 ppm (good). This level is unlikely to cause significant scale buildup in household plumbing.
Has PFAS been found in Lynchburg VA drinking water?
Based on available EPA UCMR5 monitoring data as of 2026 PFAS have not been detected above EPA advisory levels in Lynchburg drinking water.
What is the best water filter for Lynchburg?
Based on Lynchburg's water profile, we recommend the Clearly Filtered Water Pitcher. Lynchburg has elevated chlorine residuals. An under-sink carbon filter removes chlorine and disinfection byproducts at the tap.

Nearby Reports

Virginia BeachVirginia — 67/100NorfolkVirginia — 67/100AlexandriaVirginia — 67/100RichmondVirginia — 82/100ChesapeakeVirginia — 82/100Newport NewsVirginia — 82/100

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Data Sources

  • EPA SDWIS
  • EWG Tap Water Database
  • Lynchburg Water Resources CCR
  • USGS monitoring data

PurityMap compiles public data. Updated March 2026.

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