Water Quality in SPRING LAKE, NC (28390)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 28390.
19
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
19
Monitoring / Reporting
18
Resolved
What does this mean?
18 of 19 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 19 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 (19 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 3, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2024 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2024 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2024 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(2)
Chlorine
27
Public Notice
75
2024(14)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
How Does This Compare?
SPRING LAKE (28390) has 19 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. 1 remains unresolved. 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.