Water Quality in Shelby, NC (28040)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 28040.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation 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.
6,961
Population
23
Water Systems
20
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (23)
Cleveland County Water
Shelby, City Of
Forest City, Town Of
All resolvedBroad River Water Authority
Ellenboro Town Of
1 health-basedCaroleen Water Supply
Oak Grove United Meht. Church
Mt Olivet Bap Ch
Liberty Baptist Church
Camp Bros Spring
Piney Mtn Bapt Ch
Walls Baptist Church
Race Path Baptist Church
White Oak Springs Bapt Ch
Victory Baptist Church
All resolvedCountryside Mobil Home Park
Plainvew Baptist Church
Hopewell Methodist Church
Edwards Tp
Shorts Tp
Pauls Trailer Pk
Ledford Mobil Homes
Bobs Grocery
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?
Shelby (28040) has more violations than 79% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 20.
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.