Water Quality in GASTONIA, NC (28053)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 28053.
30
Total Violations
4
Health-Based
26
Monitoring / Reporting
30
Resolved
What does this mean?
30 of 30 violations have been resolved. 4 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 26 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (30 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 19, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 19, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 19, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 29, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2023(9)
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
2022(13)
Lead and Copper Rule
56
Lead and Copper Rule
56
Lead and Copper Rule
56
Lead and Copper Rule
56
Lead and Copper Rule
57
Lead and Copper Rule
53
Lead and Copper Rule
53
Lead and Copper Rule
57
Lead and Copper Rule
57
Lead and Copper Rule
57
Lead and Copper Rule
53
Lead and Copper Rule
53
Lead and Copper Rule
53
How Does This Compare?
GASTONIA (28053) has 30 recorded violations, including 4 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
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
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.