Water Quality in GREENSBORO, NC (27409)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 27409.
47
Total Violations
9
Health-Based
38
Monitoring / Reporting
45
Resolved
What does this mean?
45 of 47 violations have been resolved. 9 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 38 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (47 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 25, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 25, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 25, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 26, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 26, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2023(8)
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
2022(14)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
How Does This Compare?
GREENSBORO (27409) has 47 recorded violations, including 9 health-based. 2 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
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
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.