01The verdict: is Clover water safe?
Clover's drinking water has significant quality concerns based on EPA testing data. With a grade of C (61/100), the system has issues across multiple categories. A water filter is recommended for all residents. The city's 1 water system serves approximately 976 residents using surface water (rivers, lakes, or reservoirs).
21 unresolved violations on record
EPA records show open compliance items for this system. Most are administrative, but unresolved items are worth watching.
See what was cited ↓Lead is well under the limit
90th-percentile lead is 1.3 ppb — beneath the 15 ppb federal action level and under the 5 ppb watch threshold.
See the trend ↓6 violations in the last five years
Recent compliance history is the best predictor of future problems — the year-by-year record is below.
See the record ↓Clover's drinking water received a grade of C (61 out of 100), indicating fair water quality. The city's 1 water system serves approximately 976 residents using purchased surface water.
Lead levels were measured at 1.3 ppb (90th percentile), well within EPA limits. This system has not yet been tested for PFAS under the EPA UCMR 5 program. The system has 60 violations on record, including 20 health-based violations. 21 remain unresolved.
Clover ranks #119 out of 245 cities in West Virginia for water quality, placing it mid-range in the state. The city draws from surface water sources, which are more susceptible to seasonal runoff and agricultural contamination, requiring extensive multi-barrier treatment including coagulation, filtration, and disinfection. As a small community water system, Clover may have fewer resources for advanced treatment technologies and infrastructure upgrades compared to larger utilities. The system has seen 6 violations in the past five years, suggesting a pattern of compliance challenges that residents should monitor closely.
02What's in Clover's water
Every contaminant flagged in Clover, on one shared scale: distance to its own legal limit. The red line is the limit — anything past it is out of compliance, and the closer a bar gets, the less headroom the system has.
Full contaminants report
| Contaminant | Detected Level | EPA Limit | Unit | Category | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead (90th percentile) LeadHeavy Metal A toxic heavy metal that can leach into drinking water from older pipes, solder, and fixtures. No amount of lead in water is considered safe. Health EffectsBrain and nervous system damage in children, kidney damage, high blood pressure, and reproductive problems in adults. EPA Limit15 ppb action level Common SourcesCorrosion of lead pipes, lead solder, brass faucets, and household plumbing. | 1.3 | 15 | ppb | Inorganic | Safe |
Cities ranked by 90th-percentile lead PF PFAS in West Virginia
Cities ranked by compounds detected Cu Copper in West Virginia
Cities ranked by 90th-percentile copper
03Clover's ten-year track record
Each box is one year. A green check means no EPA violations; a numbered badge counts that year's violations — red if any were health-based, amber if they were monitoring or paperwork issues. The system has 60 violations on record, including 20 health-based violations. 21 remain unresolved.
5 of the last ten years were clean. The numbered years had EPA violations — red when any were health-based, amber when they were paperwork or missed-testing issues.
▼ Down 28 ppb since 1995. Latest reading: 1.3 ppb (2025) — 9% of the action level. Sampled at higher-risk homes (90th percentile).
04Where Clover's water comes from
Clover's drinking water comes primarily from surface water sources such as rivers, lakes, or reservoirs.
Purchased Surface Water
Rivers, lakes, or reservoirs — more exposed to runoff, agriculture, and seasonal swings than groundwater.
Wholesale supplier
Multi-barrier treatment: coagulation, sedimentation, filtration, and disinfection to meet EPA standards.
1 system
1 water system, operated under local government ownership.
976 people
Residents served across Clover's service area.
Surface water systems require multi-stage treatment including coagulation, sedimentation, filtration, and disinfection to meet EPA Safe Drinking Water Act standards. These sources can be impacted by seasonal changes, stormwater runoff, upstream agriculture, and industrial discharge. The system is operated by local government ownership and serves approximately 976 people through 1 water system.
| System name | PWSID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLOVER PSD | WV3304409 | 976 | Purchased Surface Water |
Water bodies near Clover
As a surface-water system, these water bodies may directly influence Clover's drinking water supply.
05Pressure on Clover's watershed
Outside forces that shape what reaches the treatment plant. None of these is a verdict on the tap by itself — but each adds pressure worth knowing about.
Flood & storm history
9 federal disaster declarations on record for Roane County. Flooding and severe storms can overwhelm treatment plants, cause sewage overflows, and push runoff into supplies.
06How Clover compares
Scores for nearby West Virginia cities on one line, with the average marked.
dashed line = West Virginia average (68/100)
Clover scores 61/100 — below the West Virginia average of 68/100. It outscores 3 of 10 nearby cities. Full West Virginia rankings →
90.1 / 100AHuntington, WV
89.7 / 100FMorgantown, WV
39.4 / 100FMartinsburg, WV
40.2 / 100ABeckley, WV
90 / 100FFairmont, WV
35.1 / 100
Compare all cities in the county — grades, violations, and contaminant data side by side.→
07What to do at home
Steps matched to what testing actually found in Clover's water — not generic advice.
A basic carbon filter still helps
Clover's water meets federal standards, but a simple carbon filter improves taste and adds a margin of safety against short-term issues.
Compare tested filters →Read your utility's annual report
Every utility must publish a yearly Consumer Confidence Report with its own testing results. It pairs well with the independent data on this page.
How to read a CCR →Watch for Clover alerts
This area has a history of flood declarations — after severe weather, watch for boil-water advisories from the utility, and check the live alerts on this page.
All water alerts →Frequently asked questions
Is Clover, WV tap water safe to drink?
Clover's water quality earned a grade of C (61/100). Some concerns have been identified. Consider a water filter for an extra layer of protection. The city ranks #119 out of 245 cities tested in West Virginia.
What contaminants are in Clover's water?
Lead was measured at 1.3 ppb (90th percentile). 60 violations are on record.
How is Clover's water quality grade calculated?
The grade is based on four factors: violation history (40%), lead and copper levels (25%), PFAS contamination (25%), and regulatory compliance (10%). The score is also adjusted based on how complete the available data is. See our methodology page for full details.
Do I need a water filter in Clover?
Based on current data, basic filtration should suffice for additional peace of mind.
Where does Clover's water come from?
Clover's water is sourced from Purchased surface water. The city has 1 water system serving approximately 976 residents.
What health violations has Clover's water system had?
Clover has 20 health-based violations on record. The most recent violation was recorded in October 2025. Health-based violations mean the water exceeded EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) for a regulated substance. 21 violations remain unresolved.
How does Clover's water compare to other cities?
Clover ranks #119 out of 245 cities in West Virginia (better than 51% of state cities) and #11832 out of 15382 cities nationally (23th percentile). The grade of C reflects the combined assessment of violation history, lead and copper levels, PFAS contamination, and regulatory compliance.
Does Clover's small water system affect quality?
Clover's system serves approximately 976 residents. Small community water systems (under 3,300 people) may have fewer financial resources for infrastructure upgrades and advanced treatment technologies. However, they are held to the same EPA drinking water standards as larger systems. This system has 60 violations on record.