Water Quality in Rocky Mount, NC (27882)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 27882.
Active Health Violations
3 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.
8,358
Population
46
Water Systems
21
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (46)
Rocky Mount, City Of
Rocky Mount-New
Franklin County Water & Sewer
3 health-basedSpring Hope, Town Of
All resolvedPanel Equipment Sales Inc
Jones Grocery & Cafe No 1
Edwards Water System
Barnes Farming Corp Mlc No 5
Holly Grove Baptist Church
All resolvedPrivette`S Grocery
All resolvedEphesus Baptist Church
Cypress Chapel
Barnes Farming Corp Mlc No 8
Gospel Assembly Church
Foy Mart No 1
All resolvedBarnes Farming Corp Mlc No 4
Quality Textiles Stan Hope Div
Barnes Farming Corp Mlc No 3
Clay Strickland Mlc 5303
Peachtree Baptist Church
Clay Strickland Mlc 5100
Edward Bissette Farms Mlc 5307
Barnes Farming Corp Mlc No 6
All resolvedCharity Fwb Church
Peachtree Hills Golf Club
St Hope Missionary Baptist Ch
Barnes Farming Corp Mlc No 10
Barnes Farming Corp Mlc No 1
All resolvedStoney Hill Park Estates
Good News Independent Baptist
Barnes Farming Corp Mlc No 9
All resolvedTed Bissette Mlc 5208
Edward Bissette Farms 5206
Piney Rest Home
Shearins Barbeque
Jones Grocery & Grill
Dickerson Labor Camp
Autry Bissette Mlc 5306
Bissettes Barbeque
Justice Apparel
Justice Fire Dept
Wee People
Seven Paths Comm Center
R & J Food Mart
Community Chapel Church
Lettuce Hall Missionary Bapt
Contaminants Found
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 2023
How Does This Compare?
Rocky Mount (27882) has more violations than 79% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 21.
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
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.