Water Quality in Rockingham, NC (27229)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 27229.
Active Health Violations
20 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 92% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
3,456
Population
48
Water Systems
55
Violations (5yr)
20
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (48)
Richmond County Water System
All resolvedMontgomery County Water System
11 health-basedRockingham, City Of
2 health-basedMontgomery Co Water
Sandhill Auto/Truck Stop
Candor, Town Of
7 health-basedJordon & Son Gro
Belle Acres Wa Supply
Tabernacle Baptist Ch_0362449
Blakes Motel
Factory Warehouse
Mount Carmel Presbyterian
Yummy Cone
East Montgomery Tp
Eckerd Candor
Laurel Hill Baptist Church
Sardis U Methodist Ch
Bowden`S Texaco & Grill
The Village Cafe
M C Cole Bldg Supply
Norman Gulf
Belford Baptist Church
S & G Grocery
Mccallum Mhp
Parsons Grove U Meth Ch
Tedders Outlet
Marcus Umc
Mccallam Trailer Park
Huffman Oil Co
Eagle Springs United Meth Ch
Hazel'S Fashions Inc.
Center Baptist Ch
Ralph Chappells Store
Jo'S Fashion Inc
Perdue Hatchery
Pritchards Grocery
Alyce & Hair Beauty Shop
Candor Farmers Market
Ed'S Grocery
Bean & Sons Garage
Congregational U Ch Of Christ
Faith Baptist Church
Candor Sand Plant
Greenlake Cong Church
Goodwin'S Texaco
Yarboroughs Groc
Hickory Grove Pent Holi Church
Owen Parsons Store
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Rockingham (27229) has more violations than 92% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 55.
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
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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.