Water Quality in Raleigh, NC (27596)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 27596.
Active Health Violations
5 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 79% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
22,232
Population
30
Water Systems
20
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (30)
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 resolvedFranklin County Water & Sewer
3 health-basedSouth Granville Wtr&Sewer Authority
Franklinton, Town Of
1 health-basedYoungsville, Town Of
Hill Ridge Farms
Bethlehem Baptist Church
E T`S Quick Stop
Oak Grove Baptist Church
Ronnie White`S Towing & Tire
Harris Chapel Baptist Church
Oak Level Christian Church
Little Zion Church
Triple T Mhp
Wake Forest-Youngsville Mhp
Diazit Corporation
Diazit Co Inc
Hagwoods Store
Sutton Mhp
Cureton Mhp
Holden`S Barbeque
Rose Mart No 12
Cleghorn Mhp No 2
Cleghorn Mhp No 1
The One Stop Shop
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Raleigh (27596) has more violations than 79% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 20.
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
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.