Water Quality in Gastonia, NC (28034)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 28034.
Active Health Violations
5 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 87% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
18,979
Population
69
Water Systems
37
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (69)
Sundrop Bottling Co Inc
Two Rivers Utilities
Mount Holly, City Of
All resolvedDallas, Town Of
3 health-basedLong Creek Fish Fry
Spencer Mountain Village
Clearwater Lake
Victory Hill Baptist Ii
Victory Hill Baptist Church
All resolvedMoores Chestnut St Ext
Rocky Knolls
St Paul`S Lutheran Church
Independent Baptist Tabernacle
Hardin Community Baptist Church
All resolvedSal'S Pizza
Plainview Missionary Baptist
Country Market #1
Community Baptist Church
Landau Mhp
Springwood Freewill Baptist Church Ii
Clark (Miles) Tp
Youth Missionary Baptist Ch
Gaston Regional Surven Def Ct
Ragan Village Water Assoc
All resolvedChristian Fellowship Assembly
Riverside Seafood
O L Kiser #2 Water System
Puett United Methodist Church
Oakgrove Mobile Home Park
A Waller Learning Center
Rudisill Park
Cline`S Learning Center
1 health-basedCarpenter'S Mhp
Hickory Grove Mhp
Pasour'S Mhp
Kid'S Place
Philadelphia Evangelical Luth
Ballard'S Apartments
South Fork Fish Camp
76 Food Mart
Dennis Mcalister
Vista Park
Lineberger Property
Membership Water Service
Hester Park
Windsor Park
Hill Mhp (Leonard)
Costner Mhp
Happy Ours Mhp
Eason T P (E L)
Rosewood S/D
Crossroads Animal Hospital
Gaston United Oil Co
Latimore Mhp
Fraley Tp
Hill (Leonard) Tp
Summey Building Supply
I-85 Flea Market
The Barnyard Flea Market Of Dallas
1 health-basedMundy Machine
Growing In Grace
Gray'S Grill
Mark It Sold Auction
Universal Machine Co Inc
Country Market No 6
Hubbards Food Mart
Jerry`S Citgo Food Mart
Universal Machine Company
Antioch Lutheran Church
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Gastonia (28034) has more violations than 87% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 37.
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
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) 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.