Water Quality in New Bern, NC (28526)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 28526.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation 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 57% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,842
Population
18
Water Systems
6
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (18)
New Bern, City Of
Craven County Water System
1 health-basedKinston, City Of
All resolvedMarine Corps Air Station Cherry Point
North Lenoir Water Corp
All resolvedHavelock Water System
Deep Run Water Corporation
Dover Community Center
St Edward'S Fwb Church
Woodman Of The World
Cope Creek Fwb Ch
Sermons Market
Fort Barnwell Baptist Church
Disco Casino
Ft Barnwell Fire Dept
Dover Baptist Church
Dover United Methodist Ch
Clover Farm Market
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
New Bern (28526) 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.
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
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.