Water Quality in West Jefferson, NC (28694)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 28694.
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 4 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 53% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
7,626
Population
29
Water Systems
5
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (29)
West Jefferson, Town Of
1 health-basedBeaver Creek High School
Kentucky Fried Chicken #5
Greenfield Rest
Fairway Ridge Water Assoc Inc
All resolvedLog Cabin M H P
Elk Shoals United Meth Camp
Elk Shoals Um Camp Church
Hill Top Acres-A
Oakwood Road Water System
Midway Lanes
Little Britches - A
Southern Devices
Country Cafe
Dollar Mart No 5
Park Vista Motel
Parkway Dimension
Skyline Telephone Co
Blue Ridge Electric Memb Corp
Ashe Abattoir
Parkway Restaurant
Greenfield Restaurant
Railroad Market & Cafe
All resolvedWeavers Garage
Landmark Grocery & Produce
Beaver Creek Grocery
Littles Health & Fitness Ctr
West Jefferson Auto Auction
Donna'S Country Kitchen
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
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?
West Jefferson (28694) has more violations than 53% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 5.
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.