Water Quality in Burgaw, NC (28478)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 28478.
Past Health-Based Violations
12 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 10 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 80% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
5,017
Population
13
Water Systems
22
Violations (5yr)
12
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (13)
Pender County Utilities
12 health-basedPenderlea Store
Lea Acres Water Co Inc
Mills Quik Snaks
Strickland`S Grill
All resolvedJ & M Gro & Grill
A B Foodmart
All resolvedCarrs Grill
Shiloh Baptist Church
Lyman Grill
Figure 8 Harbour
Keatheren Bapt Ch
Willard Baptist Church
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Burgaw (28478) has more violations than 80% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 22.
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.
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.