Water Quality in Dobson, NC (27017)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 27017.
Past Health-Based Violations
2 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 19 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 79% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
10,085
Population
50
Water Systems
21
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (50)
Dobson, Town Of
1 health-basedNorth Surry High School
Franklin Elem School
Flat Rock Elem School
White Plains Elem School
Cedar Ridge Elem School
All resolvedCopeland Elementary School
All resolvedShoals Elem School
All resolvedWestfield Elem School
All resolvedMountain Park Elem School
All resolvedTobe Hudson/Iwsd
Wilson & Company
Cody Creek Park
Surry Acres/Forest Oaks
601 Truck Stop
New Hope Baptist Church
Anchored In Jesus Baptist
Larrys Diner
Zephyr Missionary Baptist Ch
Second Chance Church
Wayne Farms
Hall Crk Tabernacle
Copeland Food Mart
All resolvedDouble Creek Church Of Christ
Wolf`S Lair Restaurant
Fairview Baptist Church
Taqueria El Mexicano
Crossroads Missionary Baptist
Lowgap Community Center
Rockford Baptist Church
White Plains Community Center
Central View Missionary Bapt
Surry Inn
Daddy Sam`S
Triangle Pines Driving Range
Beulah Community Center
Neighbor`S Store No 31
Surry Diner
Copeland Baptist Church
Shelton Winery
Fairview Quick Stop
Snow Hill Baptist Church
Harvest Grill
Beaver Creek Golf Course
Country Cafe
Mt Herman Baptist Church
Rockford General Store
All resolvedMt Pleasant Baptist Church
Salem Fork Christian Church
1 health-basedNew Hope Pent. Holiness Church
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Dobson (27017) has more violations than 79% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 21.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.