Norfolk’s drinking and tap water is a mixture of surface and groundwater. Water comes from eight reservoirs, with two in Norfolk proper, three in Virginia Beach, two in Suffolk, and one in Isle of Wight. Water also comes from the Blackwater and Nottoway Rivers, and four deep wells in Isle of Wight County.

Where does Norfolk get its drinking water?

The City of Norfolk obtains its raw (untreated) water from eight reservoirs, two rivers and four deep wells. The map at right shows the location of each of your water sources. From these sources, raw water is pumped to one of the Department of Utilities’ two water treatment plants, where it is filtered and disinfected.

Does Norfolk have good tap water?

The City of Norfolk is committed to providing safe, clean drinking water that meets or exceeds all state and federal regulations. The Consumer Confidence Reports contain information on compounds found in our water. 2020 Water Quality Report (PDF) 2019 Water Quality Report (PDF)

Is it safe to drink tap water in Norfolk VA?

We ensure that the drinking water flowing from your tap is safe to consume, but sometimes you may find it necessary to have your water quality tested. Utilities’ water chemists offer free water quality testing for Norfolk water customers.

How good is Norfolk water?

NORFOLK – Drink up, Norfolk. The water that flows from residents’ kitchen faucets has been rated as the fourth most pure among 100 U.S. cities by Men’s Health magazine. City water earned an “A” grade and was topped only by Denver, Baton Rouge, La., and Kansas City, Mo.

Does Norfolk water have fluoride?

In line with the World Health Organisation’s recommendations, our tap water contains less than 1.5 milligrams per litre (equivalent to one and a half parts per million) of fluoride and in most areas it’s much lower.

Does Norfolk VA have hard water?

Virginia water hardness is considered moderately hard according to USGS water hardness measures, with an average water hardness of 72 PPM. Some examples of cities with soft water are and Norfolk with a hardness level of 47 PPM and Chesapeake with 41 PPM. The highest hard water number comes from Roanoke at 143 PPM.

Can you drink Virginia tap water?

Drinking Water in Virginia The Virginia Department of Health’s Office of Drinking Water (ODW) is working with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and with Virginia’s water service providers to assure Virginians have safe drinking water.

What is water hardness?

The simple definition of water hardness is the amount of dissolved calcium and magnesium in the water. Hard water is high in dissolved minerals, largely calcium and magnesium. You may have felt the effects of hard water, literally, the last time you washed your hands.

Is Chesapeake water safe to drink?

The company and state health officials say the water is safe to drink. Aqua serves about 80,000 Virginians, uses all possible quality control measures and responds promptly to customer concerns, company President Shannon Becker said. The water is discolored only occasionally, he said.

Is it safe to drink tap water in Richmond Virginia?

The City of Richmond’s water is continuously tested and meets or exceeds EPA standards for safe drinking water. For more information, call EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791. For more information on our drinking water treatment process, click here.