Water Quality in Boone, NC (28618)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 28618.
Past Health-Based Violations
1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 6 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 60% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
2,208
Population
15
Water Systems
7
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (15)
Boone, Town Of
All resolvedAppalachian State Univ Wtp
1 health-basedRha Health Services
Parkway Motel At Deep Gap
Hitching Post Rv Park-Campgrd
Laural Springs Baptist Church
Overlook Motel
Laurel Springs Baptist Church
Thompson`S Seafood
3 Way Grocery
Wildcat Flea Market
3 Way Grocery
Randy`S Package Store
Trinity Baptist Church
Stoney Fork Baptist
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Boone (28618) has more violations than 60% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 7.
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.