Water Quality in Gastonia, NC (28053)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 28053.
Past Health-Based Violations
1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 7 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 62% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
25
Water Systems
8
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (25)
Costner Elem School
Chapel Grove Elem School
1 health-basedNew Hope Elem School
Tryon Elementary School
All resolvedHanesbrands Rabun Gap
Bowling Green Spinning C
Fleetwood Ii S/D
Dixie Yarn--Saxapahaw Plant
Local Market #3 (Sc4670225)
East Villa Apartments
Dalton Mhp
Shady Nook Mhp
Sherrill Industries
Bent Creek Mh S/D
Handy Pantry #80
Hope Plastics Corp
Gastonia Municipal Airport
Crowders Grove Mt Volunteer
Bre-Ina`S Corner Mart
Keever Furniture Inc
First Congregational Ucc
Gastonia Family Moose Center-Lodge 1303
All resolvedAlliance Auto Sales
Absher Flowers Vfw Post 9337
Handy Pantry 75
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Gastonia (28053) has more violations than 62% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 8.
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.