Water Quality in Rocky Mount, NC (27880)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 27880.
Past Health-Based Violations
1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 9 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 67% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
3,953
Population
17
Water Systems
10
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (17)
Rocky Mount, City Of
Wilson, City Of
Rocky Mount-New
Sims, Town Of
1 health-basedMarsh Swamp Church
Nobles Chapel Baptist Church
Hocutt Farms Mlc #3
All resolvedNew Sandy Hill Fwb Church
Zelenka Nursery-Cgt01 Field
Glovers Save On Gas
Ronnie Lamm Farms Mlc
All resolvedSharp Farm
Tri Steel, Inc.
All resolvedGlovers Grocery
Rock Ridge Campground
Hocutt Farms Mlc #2
Rock Ridge Campground No 2
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Rocky Mount (27880) has more violations than 67% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 10.
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.
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
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.