Water Quality in DURHAM, NC (27702)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 27702.
31
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
31
Monitoring / Reporting
27
Resolved
What does this mean?
27 of 31 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 31 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 (31 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(4)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
2023(20)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4C
How Does This Compare?
DURHAM (27702) has 31 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. 4 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.