Water Quality in Hickory, NC (28610)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 28610.
Active Health Violations
2 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 91% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
10,192
Population
30
Water Systems
50
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (30)
Hickory City Of
Newton, City Of
All resolvedConover, City Of
Claremont, City Of
Bunker Hill High School
Oxford Elem School
Country Valley Ii Mhp
1 health-basedBethel Lutheran Church
Shamrock Park S/D
1 health-basedSnak Shack
Huffmans Quick Ser
Shiloh United Methodist Church
Oxford Grill
Countryside Restaurant
Piney Woods Quick
Woodland Oaks #2
Isenhours Grocery
Wessons Service Sta
Clinton Lowmon
Bethany United Ch Of Christ
Ijames Daycare
Roy Martin Trailer Ct
Lighthouse Min Full Gospel Ch
Twin City Gro 3
Cecils Grocery
Highlite Service Station
Sigmon Meat Processing
Pleasant Grove Baptist Church
D & B Superette
Conners Park
Contaminants Found
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Hickory (28610) has more violations than 91% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 50.
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.