Water Quality in Monroe, NC (28174)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 28174.
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 5 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 57% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
9,573
Population
32
Water Systems
6
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (32)
Union County Water System
All resolvedMonroe, City Of
1 health-basedMonroe City
Wingate, Town Of
Glencroft S/D
All resolvedPiney Creek Sch
Peoples Groc St/Cl S
Whitehead Baptist Church
Glade Val Sch Fm/Ch
Riverside Roller Rink
Elk Shoal Union Ch
Mary Martha Kates Store
Riverside Ser Stat
Jackes Crk Miss Bapt Ch
Evans Mhp
Liberty Baptist Church
Bald Creek Meth Ch
Pine Fork Baptist Church
Mt. Carmel Church Brethern
Wheelers T P
Deyton Bend U/Meth Ch
Paint Gap Presby Ch
Laurel Springs Bapt Church
Davis Apts (W A)
Riverside View Tp
Elk Spur Church
Oakwood T P
Laurel Branch Bapt Ch
Coopers Apts--Riverside
Orange Blossom Special
Cane River Grocery
Len Crooks Ser & 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: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Monroe (28174) has more violations than 57% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 6.
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.
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.