Water Quality in Greensboro, NC (27298)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 27298.
Past Health-Based Violations
5 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 9 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 73% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
10,090
Population
23
Water Systems
14
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (23)
Greensboro, City Of
All resolvedGreensboro Townsend
High Point, City Of
1 health-basedBurlington, City Of
1 health-basedAsheboro, City Of
1 health-basedChatham Co-North
1 health-basedMebane, City Of
Graham, City Of
Liberty, Town Of
1 health-basedLiberty
Beaman Corp
Pleasant Hill Christian Church
Liberty U Meth Ch
Liberty Valley Wtr System
Lake Juno Park
Edwards Wood Products
All resolvedWhites Chapel United Meth Chu
Oak Grove Missionary Baptist
Mt Olivet Wesleyan Ch
East Randolph Mhp North
Town & Country Mh Acres
Mt Pleasant Baptist Church
Springdale Ame Church
All resolvedContaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Greensboro (27298) has more violations than 73% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 14.
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.