Water Quality in Carrboro, NC (27302)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 27302.
Active Health Violations
2 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 93% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
35,418
Population
44
Water Systems
66
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (44)
Orange Water & Sewer Authority
All resolvedBurlington, City Of
1 health-basedMebane, City Of
Graham, City Of
Orange-Alamance Water System
1 health-basedGarner Grocery
Mebane Oaks Food Mart & Grill
Spring Forest @ Deerfield Apts
Hebron Methodist Ch
Highlander Seafood
Central Baptist Church
Edgewood Bapt Ch
Pine Lake Mhp
Arrowhead Pro Shop
Lee Chapel Baptist Church
Sterling Ridge S/D
Lebanon Umc
All resolvedMary`S Grove Church
Hurseys 5
Cross Roads Presbyterian Ch
Oak Grove Athletic Assoc
Budget Inn
Hawfield'S Trailer Court
Dogwood Mobile Trlr Pk
Kirby`S Mhp
Buckhorn Tp
Garner'S Grocery
Paglia`S Continental Deli
Sonyas Kidz Depot
All resolvedSellars Mobile Home Park
All resolvedBall'S Water Supply
Adams Mhp
Cutler'S Mh Village
Handy Pantry Conv Store
Kelly`S Grocery
Nancy`S Bar & Grill
Jones Station Rv Park
All resolvedKountry Kitchen
Hebron Community Church
All resolvedBuckhorn Jockey Lot/Farmers Mk
All resolvedAgape Baptist Church
Beulah Baptist Church No 2
Miles Chapel Ch
Oak Grove Baptist Church
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.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Carrboro (27302) has more violations than 93% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 66.
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.
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.