Water Quality in Carthage, NC (27341)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 27341.
Active Health Violations
13 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 89% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
5,350
Population
35
Water Systems
42
Violations (5yr)
13
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (35)
Moore Co Public Util-Pinehurst
Asheboro, City Of
1 health-basedSouthern Pines, Town Of
1 health-basedMontgomery County Water System
11 health-basedMontgomery Co Water
Midstate Plastics Inc
Antioch Christian Ch
Tabernacle School
Union Grove Baptist Church
All resolvedJack & Doras Seafood
Needham Grove Ind Bapt Ch
Victory Bapt Child Care Ctr
Luck'S Inc
Dover Baptist Church
All resolvedBrower School
Seagrove Christian Church
Community Baptist Church
Seagrove Amoco
Bethel Church Of God
All resolvedEmmanuel Holiness Ch
Mt Zion U Meth Ch
Kenny`S Seafood Restaurant
Greenthumb Nursery
Seagrove Methodist Church
Eston'S Exxon
Community Independent Bapt Ch
Seagrove Lumber Co
Piney Ridge Umc
Quik Chek Hot Foods
Redeem Ch Of God
Asbury Baptist Church
Union Grove Baptist Church
New Center Christian Church
Pleasant Grove Christian Church
Maple Springs 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.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Carthage (27341) has more violations than 89% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 42.
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.