Water Quality in Raleigh, NC (27519)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 27519.
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 85% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
69,836
Population
28
Water Systems
31
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (28)
Raleigh, City Of
Cary, Town Of
1 health-basedRaleigh City Of
Apex, Town Of
All resolvedHolly Springs, Town Of
All resolvedFuquay-Varina, Town Of
All resolvedChatham Co-North
1 health-basedBrook Arbor Apartments
Springfield North S/D
Windhaven South S/D
Inlet Point Harbor S/D
Kildare Estates
Brighton Woods S/D
Sancroft
Little River Mhp
C-Mini Mart No 11
Circle D Mhp
All resolvedBach`S Mhp
Cary Oaks S/D
Edgemont Mhp
South Hills Ix
Hardee Mart
Summerwind S/D
Kimmon Place S/D
Ashton Park
Southwoods S/D
Ivory Hills S/D
St James S/D
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Raleigh (27519) has more violations than 85% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 31.
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
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.