Water Quality in Greensboro, NC (27317)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 27317.
Active Health Violations
5 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.
17,870
Population
46
Water Systems
65
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (46)
Greensboro, City Of
All resolvedGreensboro Townsend
High Point, City Of
1 health-basedAsheboro, City Of
1 health-basedRandleman, City Of
Hidden Forest Mhp
All resolvedWorthville Cws
Circle Inn Cafe Restaurant
Commonwealth Hosiery
Colonial Estates East
Level Cross Christian School
2 health-basedKids Unlimited
Busy-B Mhp
220 Sports Bar
Pinewood Acres Mhp
Davis Mhp
1 health-basedRandleman Lumber Company
Mt Lebanon Bapt Ch
Nixon & Reynolds Hosiery
Gant Oil Co #25
Oak Forest Estates
Chilton`S Mhp
All resolvedLambert'S Farm Store
Cedar Square Creative Learning
Shop Rite #1
Rochester Midland Corporation
Forest Park Baptist Church
Ghost Riders Saloon
The Outer Edge
Acts Temple Christian Fellowship Ministr
Kivett`S 66
New Salem Methodist Church
Centre Friends Meeting
All resolvedPleasant Hill United Meth Ch
Richard Petty Museum
Just Desserts Catering And Cakes
All resolvedRitchie`S Restaurant
Level Cross Community Assoc
Midway Wesleyan Church
All resolvedLarry & Frank`S Drive-In
All resolvedLevel Cross Umc
Graphic Packaging Intl
Friendship Baptist Church
Level Cross Enrichment Center
Piedmont Triad Regional
Sure Foundation Baptist 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.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Greensboro (27317) has more violations than 93% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 65.
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.