Water Quality in Shelby, NC (28114)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 28114.
Active Health Violations
2 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 72% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
7,104
Population
26
Water Systems
13
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (26)
Cleveland County Water
Shelby, City Of
Forest City, Town Of
All resolvedBroad River Water Authority
Country Plaza Cafe
Sunny View General Store
Trinty Bapt Ch
Hicks Grove Baptist Church
Lucas Grocery
Harvest Time Bible Camp
1 health-basedChase Baptist Church
Causby Mhp
Godfrey & Butler Farm Supply
The Brow Condominiums
Forest Hill Mhp
1 health-basedRoys Grocery
Moores Texaco
American Miso Company, Inc
Six Points Store
Lees M H P
Mundy`S Chapel Umc
Goode`S Grove Baptist Church
Woodland Meadows
Ponderosa Western St
Drury Dobbins Baptist Church
Baldwin Auto Parts
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Shelby (28114) has more violations than 72% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 13.
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
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.