Water Quality in Gastonia, NC (28098)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 28098.
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 11 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 70% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
3,851
Population
18
Water Systems
12
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (18)
Sundrop Bottling Co Inc
Two Rivers Utilities
Mount Holly, City Of
All resolvedLowell, City Of
1 health-basedFallscrest I S/D
Tultex Yarns - Lowell Plant
B.J.'S Fish Fry
Barr Swim Club
Rhyland Park
Rhyneland Park
Gates Wa Sup No 2 (Edward)
Country Club Estates I
Mountainside Fish Camp
Gates Ws I
Hide Away Tp
Crowder'S Ridge Camp
Country Club Estates Ii
Lucia Food Mart
All resolvedContaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2023
How Does This Compare?
Gastonia (28098) has more violations than 70% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 12.
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.