Water Quality in Greensboro, NC (27249)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 27249.
Active Health Violations
9 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.
13,741
Population
32
Water Systems
63
Violations (5yr)
9
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (32)
Greensboro, City Of
All resolvedGreensboro Townsend
High Point, City Of
1 health-basedBurlington, City Of
1 health-basedMebane, City Of
Graham, City Of
Eden, City Of
Reidsville, City Of
2 health-basedDan River Water Inc
3 health-basedGibsonville, Town Of
All resolvedBrowns Chapel Missionary Baptist Ch.
All resolvedOrange Mhp
Hill Top Mhp
Guilford County Prison Farm
Greater Vision Academy
1 health-basedNortheast Park Farmhouse
Gibsonville Mhp
Apples Chapel Christian Daycare
1 health-basedNortheast Park Concessions
Leigh'S Recreation Center
Northeast Park Irrigation Pond
All resolvedForest Valley Mhp
Wood`S Mhp
All resolvedHigh Rock Grove Baptist Ch
Hickory Hill Mhp
Country Hill Golf Course
All resolvedPeace Lutheran Church
Country Hill Driving Range
Brightwood Christian Church
Kampc
Belmont Baptist Church
Patillo Christian Church
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Greensboro (27249) has more violations than 92% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 63.
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
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.