Water Quality in Hertford, NC (27944)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 27944.
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 75% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
11,358
Population
16
Water Systems
16
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (16)
Perquimans County Water System
1 health-basedHertford Water System
1 health-basedInter County Water Assoc
Harvey Point Defense Activity
Woodville Bapt Ch
Perquimans County Water Syst
Minzie`S Creek Sanitary District
1 health-basedBethel Bapt Ch
New Hope U/Meth Ch
Pooles Grove Bapt Ch
Galatia Baptist Ch
Burgess Bapt Ch
Melton Grove Bapt Church
Emanuel Pentecostal Church
Turner Grocery
Wilderness Lounge
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2024
How Does This Compare?
Hertford (27944) 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
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.