PFAS Contamination in Virginia
69 contamination sites tracked
Virginia has 69 identified PFAS contamination sites tracked in our database, sourced from EPA monitoring data. PFAS "forever chemicals" have been detected in water supplies, soil, and industrial sites across the state. These per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances persist in the environment and pose potential health risks. Use the map to explore specific sites or contact a remediation professional for help.
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Get a Free Assessment →Virginia confronts extensive PFAS contamination from numerous military installations and industrial sources throughout the state. Naval Air Station Oceana in Virginia Beach has created significant contamination affecting coastal aquifers and potentially threatening the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Langley Air Force Base and Norfolk Naval Base have additional extensive contamination affecting the Hampton Roads region and major water supply systems.
Virginia's massive military presence, including the Pentagon and numerous defense contractors, has created widespread contamination requiring coordination between multiple federal agencies and state authorities. The state's location within the Chesapeake Bay watershed creates particular environmental responsibilities, as contamination can affect the Bay's sensitive ecosystem and seafood resources. Richmond area airports and industrial facilities have contributed additional contamination sources.
Key Facts
- Naval Air Station Oceana contamination affects coastal aquifers and Chesapeake Bay watershed
- Massive military presence creates widespread contamination requiring multi-agency coordination
- Chesapeake Bay location creates sensitive ecosystem contamination risks
State Regulations
Virginia Department of Environmental Quality has established comprehensive PFAS monitoring requirements and coordinates closely with federal agencies on military installation cleanup. The state provides enhanced environmental monitoring for Chesapeake Bay watershed protection.
Cities (54)
Sites (69)
MARYLAND AMERICAN WATER COMPANY
HOPEWELL, VA · Public Water System · 9 contaminants
BUCHANAN CO PSA
VANSANT, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
DCPSA - FEARLS BRANCH
CLINTWOOD, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
DCPSA - BIG CANEY
CLINTWOOD, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
WOODWAY WATER AUTHORITY
PENNINGTON GAP, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
CASTLEWOOD - RCPSA
LEBANON, VA · Public Water System · 3 contaminants
MARION, TOWN OF
MARION, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
CLAYPOOL HILL TAZEWELL CO PSA
NORTH TAZEWELL, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
WISE, TOWN OF
WISE, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
WYTHE COUNTY EAST
WYTHEVILLE, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
VERONA - WEYERS CAVE
VERONA, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
LAKE MONTICELLO
ROCKVILLE, VA · Public Water System · 3 contaminants
FREDERICK WATER
WINCHESTER, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
NCSA - WINTERGREEN
LOVINGSTON, VA · Public Water System · 6 contaminants
STANLEY, TOWN OF
STANLEY, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
MASSANUTTEN VILLAGE
HARRISONBURG, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
STRASBURG, TOWN OF
STRASBURG, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
WESTERN VIRGINIA WATER AUTHORITY
ROANOKE, VA · Public Water System · 6 contaminants
CAPTAINS COVE
ROCKVILLE, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
DCWA CENTRAL
PETERSBURG, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
GCWSA - JARRATT
EMPORIA, VA · Public Water System · 3 contaminants
NORTHERN DEVELOPMENT SERVICE DIST.
ISLE OF WIGHT, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
SMITHFIELD, TOWN OF
SMITHFIELD, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
JCSA - CENTRAL SYSTEM
WILLIAMSBURG, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
KINGS VILLAGE - JCSA
WILLIAMSBURG, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
FT GREGG-ADAMS (FT LEE)
HOPEWELL, VA · Public Water System · 2 contaminants
COLONIAL HEIGHTS, CITY OF
COLONIAL HEIGHTS, VA · Public Water System · 2 contaminants
LANGLEY AIR FORCE BASE
HAMPTON, VA · Public Water System · 4 contaminants
VIRGINIA-AMERICAN WATER CO.
HOPEWELL, VA · Public Water System · 2 contaminants
FORT EUSTIS
FORT EUSTIS, VA · Public Water System · 3 contaminants
NEWPORT NEWS, CITY OF
NEWPORT NEWS, VA · Public Water System · 5 contaminants
NORFOLK, CITY OF
NORFOLK, VA · Public Water System · 3 contaminants
WILLIAMSBURG, CITY OF
WILLIAMSBURG, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
CHESTERFIELD CO CENTRAL WATER SYSTEM
CHESTERFIELD, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
ACQUINTON/HAMILTON HOLMES
KING WILLIAM, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
WEST POINT, TOWN OF
WEST POINT, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
CRICKET HILL APARTMENTS
MATHEWS, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
ALTAVISTA, TOWN OF
ALTAVISTA, VA · Public Water System · 2 contaminants
WESTLAKE AREA PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM
ROANOKE, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
ROCKY MOUNT, TOWN OF
ROCKY MOUNT, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
MOUNT HERMON
CHATHAM, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
DANVILLE, CITY OF
DANVILLE, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
ARLINGTON COUNTY
ARLINGTON, VA · Public Water System · 2 contaminants
CAROLINE UTILITY SYSTEM
RUTHER GLEN, VA · Public Water System · 2 contaminants
LAKE LAND`OR
ROCKVILLE, VA · Public Water System · 3 contaminants
DULLES AIRPORT
DULLES, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
FORT BELVOIR
FORT BELVOIR, VA · Public Water System · 7 contaminants
FORT BELVOIR NORTH AREA
USAG FORT BELVOIR, VA · Public Water System · 7 contaminants
FAIRFAX COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY
HERNDON, VA · Public Water System · 8 contaminants
HERNDON, TOWN OF
HERNDON, VA · Public Water System · 3 contaminants
VIENNA, TOWN OF
VIENNA, VA · Public Water System · 2 contaminants
BEALETON REGIONAL
WARRENTON, VA · Public Water System · 10 contaminants
NEW BALTIMORE REGIONAL
WARRENTON, VA · Public Water System · 7 contaminants
MEADOWS, THE
WARRENTON, VA · Public Water System · 3 contaminants
WARRENTON, TOWN OF
WARRENTON, VA · Public Water System · 2 contaminants
HAMILTON, TOWN OF
HAMILTON, VA · Public Water System · 5 contaminants
LOUDOUN WATER - CENTRAL SYSTEM
ASHBURN, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
PURCELLVILLE, TOWN OF
PURCELLVILLE, VA · Public Water System · 9 contaminants
ROUND HILL, TOWN OF
ROUND HILL, VA · Public Water System · 6 contaminants
QUANTICO MCB-CAMP BARRETT
MCINCR, MCB QUANTICO, VA · Public Water System · 3 contaminants
PWCSA - WEST
WOODBRIDGE, VA · Public Water System · 2 contaminants
PWCSA - EAST
WOODBRIDGE, VA · Public Water System · 7 contaminants
DALE CITY
HOPEWELL, VA · Public Water System · 7 contaminants
SPOTSYLVANIA COUNTY UTILITIES
FREDERICKSBURG, VA · Public Water System · 2 contaminants
SPOTSY CO HS (INCL POST OAK MS)
SPOTSYLVANIA, VA · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
STAFFORD COUNTY UTILITIES
STAFFORD, VA · Public Water System · 3 contaminants
ALEXANDRIA, CITY OF
HOPEWELL, VA · Public Water System · 3 contaminants
MANASSAS, CITY OF
MANASSAS, VA · Public Water System · 3 contaminants
MANASSAS PARK, CITY OF
MANASSAS PARK, VA · Public Water System · 2 contaminants
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many PFAS contamination sites are in Virginia?
Virginia has 69 PFAS contamination sites tracked in our database, sourced from EPA data.
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