Water Quality in Greenville, NC (27886)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 27886.
Past Health-Based Violations
10 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 6 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 75% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
18,381
Population
29
Water Systems
16
Violations (5yr)
10
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (29)
Greenville Utilities Comm
All resolvedEastern Pines Water Corp
1 health-basedEdgecombe Water & Sewer District
8 health-basedTarboro, Town Of
1 health-basedEdgecombe Water & Sewer Dist 2
Edgecombe Water & Sewer Dist 5
Princeville, Town Of
West Edgecombe Elem School
Emc Rural Services Inc
Holiday Estates Tc
Mobile Home Estates
Mayo Chapel Missionary Baptist
Midlake Mh Terrace No 1
Midlake Mh Terrace No 2
Mobile Home Ests
Roberson Elementary School
Riverside Mhp
Whitehurst Tp
Ridgeport Grill
Dixon Mh Court
Forest Haven Mhp
Rock Church
Nc Hwy 258 Mini Mart
Country Village Estates
Old Sparta Bbq
Acorn Hill Baptist Church
Bradleys Grocery
United Church Of Jesus Christ
Exum`S Grocery & Grill
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
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?
Greenville (27886) has more violations than 75% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 16.
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.