Water Quality in Asheville, NC (28704)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 28704.
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 83% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
24,138
Population
23
Water Systems
27
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (23)
Asheville City Of
1 health-basedHendersonville, City Of
All resolvedHendersonville City Of Wa Sys
Wellington Mhp
Cranbrook At Biltmore Park Apt
Forest At Biltmore Apts
Christ School
Cedar Hill
Words Of Life Tabernacle Ch
All resolvedHigh Vista Estates
Strawberry Hill
All resolvedApple Blossom Mhp
Waightstill Mountain
1 health-basedArcadia Dairy
D & R Fishing Lake & Grill
All resolvedBlue Ridge Baptist Church
Brookwood Golf Course
Bridge Creek
All resolvedFowler Mhp
Camp Lutherock Crow`S Nest
All resolvedLuther Springs
Beulah Presbyterian Church
Shatley Springs Restaurant
All resolvedContaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Asheville (28704) has more violations than 83% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 27.
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.