Water Quality in Bolivia, NC (28456)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 28456.
Active Health Violations
3 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 79% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
3,860
Population
40
Water Systems
21
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (40)
Brunswick County Water System
All resolvedBrunswick Regional Water And Sewer H2go
1 health-basedOak Island, Town Of
International Paper Company
East Arcadia, Town Of
2 health-basedNorthwest Station
Town Of Sandyfield
All resolvedMt Zion Miss Baptist Ch
First Baptist Church Of Armour
County Line Kwik Stop
Spring Green Missionary Bapt
Browns Fish
Chancey Daniels Store
Four-Corner Grill
Bigford Mhp
Kaiser Chemical
New Zion Missionary Baptist
Benton Ser Sta
Kennedy'S Grocery
Simpson Mob Hm Pk
Simpson Service Station
Woodville Mercantile
Daniels Exxon
All Souls Episcopal Church
Troy`S Take Out
Burneys Snack Bar
Twin State Service Station
Squab Processing
Cape Fear Christian School
Carrolls Mhp
Arcadia Farms
Columbus Co Dept-Aging Armour
Handee Hugo
Party Lite
Pizza Plus
William O Huske Lock And Dam
Lock & Dam No 1
Victory Seventh-Day Advent Ch
Russ Auto Sales
Riegelwood Sanitary District
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Bolivia (28456) has more violations than 79% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 21.
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
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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.