Water Quality in WINSTON-SALEM, NC (27127)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 27127.
33
Total Violations
6
Health-Based
27
Monitoring / Reporting
23
Resolved
What does this mean?
23 of 33 violations have been resolved. 6 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 27 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (33 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 16, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 16, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 15, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 15, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Dec 9, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Dec 9, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Dec 9, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(4)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
2024(8)
Lead and Copper Rule
65
Lead and Copper Rule
65
Lead and Copper Rule
65
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
How Does This Compare?
WINSTON-SALEM (27127) has 33 recorded violations, including 6 health-based. 10 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
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.