Water Quality in Smithfield, NC (27863)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 27863.
Past Health-Based Violations
2 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 12 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 72% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
13,729
Population
15
Water Systems
14
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (15)
Johnston Co-West
All resolvedWayne Water Districts
1 health-basedGoldsboro, City Of
Clayton, Town Of
Johnston Co-East
All resolvedWayne Water Districts Purchase
1 health-basedGreene Co Regional Water Syst
Pikeville, Town Of
All resolvedBig Daddys Rest
Wayne County Speedway
Sewell Mh Court
Apple Dumpling Day Care
Salem Court Mhp
Wayne Crop Serv Farm Supp
Helena Chemical Co
Contaminants Found
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Smithfield (27863) has more violations than 72% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 14.
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
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.