Water Quality in Raleigh, NC (27522)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 27522.
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 90% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
13,083
Population
27
Water Systems
47
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (27)
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 resolvedSouth Granville Wtr&Sewer Authority
Creedmoor, City Of
Granville Oaks Apartments
Bobs Barbecue
A & W Grocery
Pine Grove Bapt Ch
Olive Grove Bapt Ch
Rock Spring Baptist Church
Lyon`S Mhp
All resolvedGalilee Bapt Church
Fellowship Baptist Church
Brassfield Baptist Church
Radfords Mhp
Minx
All resolvedWhite Rabbit Child Care & Ps
1 health-basedJones 66 Ss & Gro
Union Bapt Ch
The Wilton Grill
Hawthorne Community Pool
Currins Trailer Park
Three Bears Acres
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Raleigh (27522) has more violations than 90% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 47.
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.