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Utilities Summary for Blacksburg, VA
Electric Companies:
2
Natural Gas Companies:
2
Water & Sewage Providers:
1
Garbage, Trash & Recycling Providers:
5
Municipal Electricity:
Yes
Blacksburg Internet Connectivity
Broadband Availability
94.53%
Percent of population with access to speeds of 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload
1 Gig Availability
14.48%
Percent of population with access to download speeds of 1 Gbps
Fiber Availability
14.48%
Percent of population with access to fiber Internet
Clean drinking water is essential for maintaining good health and overall well-being. Safe, contaminant-free water helps prevent the spread of diseases, supports proper hydration, and ensures the body's vital functions operate smoothly.
Blacksburg's Primary Drinking Water Source:
Surface Water
Drinking Water Contaminant Levels
Lead
4.3 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
Chlorate
22.3 ppb
Health standard: 210 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Chromium (total)
0.244 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
100 ppb
Chromium (hexavalent)
0.0649 ppb
Health standard: 0.02 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
32.3438 ppb
Health standard: 0.1 ppb
Legal limit:
60 ppb
Six Brominated Haloacetic Acids
3.4106 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA9)
35.7544 ppb
Health standard: .06 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Manganese
7.75 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Strontium
49.0375 ppb
Health standard: 1.5 ppm
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Vanadium
0.3575 ppb
Health standard: 21 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Contaminant Data Based on Averages of SDWA LCR Samples and UCMR 3, UCMR 4, and UCMR 5 Samples. Health standards are based on guidelines set by the EPA, WHO, or state health departments. Health standards are based on possible negative health side effects if that level of contaminant is exceeded. Legal limits are set and enforced by EPA regulations.
Yes, the state of Virginia has deregulated electric utilities. Deregulation allows for multiple electric providers within each city and lets customers choose or switch to a provider or plan best fits their needs. Assuming your area has started allowing retail electric competition, you can choose between City Utility Services and Virginia Tech Electric Service or any of the 2 electric providers available in Blacksburg.
Can I choose my natural gas utility provider in Blacksburg, VA?
Yes, the state of Virginia has deregulated its natural gas utilities. Deregulation of gas service allows for multiple providers and allows customers to choose between providers and plans that best fit their needs. Assuming your area has started enabling retail gas competition, you can choose between Atmos Energy and Roanoke Gas or any of the other natural gas providers that offer service in Blacksburg.
What is the average utility bill in Blacksburg?
On average, the residents of Blacksburg, VA pay around $148.78 total per month on utility bills including electric, gas, water and trash. That means people in Blacksburg on average pay 9.5% less than the national average of $164.4 on utilities each month.
Does Blacksburg offer municipal electricity services?
Yes, Virginia Tech Electric Service is a municipal electric provider and supplies most residents of Blacksburg with electricity. Most cities also offer essential municipal services like water, sewage treatment and wastewater disposal.
Who is the fastest internet provider in Blacksburg?
Xfinity is the fastest internet service provider in Blacksburg, offering speeds up to 2 Gbps to 95.11% of the city.