Water Quality in RICHLANDS, NC (28574)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 28574.
10
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
10
Monitoring / Reporting
10
Resolved
What does this mean?
10 of 10 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 10 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 (10 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 10, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 10, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 10, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 10, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 10, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 10, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2022(5)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
2021(5)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
How Does This Compare?
RICHLANDS (28574) has 10 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. 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.
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.