Water Quality in ROUGEMONT, NC (27572)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 27572.
48
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
48
Monitoring / Reporting
40
Resolved
What does this mean?
40 of 48 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 48 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 (48 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Sep 17, 2023 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Sep 17, 2023 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Sep 17, 2023 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Sep 17, 2023 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 27, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 27, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jul 3, 2023 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jul 3, 2023 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jul 3, 2023 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jul 3, 2023 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
Violation Timeline
2023(16)
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2022(21)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
How Does This Compare?
ROUGEMONT (27572) has 48 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. 8 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
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
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.