Water Quality in CANDLER, NC (28715)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 28715.

3,092

Total Violations

9

Health-Based

3,083

Monitoring / Reporting

3,085

Resolved

What does this mean?

3,085 of 3,092 violations have been resolved. 9 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 3,083 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.

Water systems: 22 Population served: 2,136

Violations Detail (3092 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSHealth-BasedN/AN/AOct 16, 2024ResolvedN/A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSHealth-BasedN/AN/AOct 16, 2024ResolvedN/A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSMonitoringN/AN/AOct 16, 2024ResolvedN/A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSMonitoringN/AN/AOct 16, 2024ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2024ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(3)

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

2024(41)

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 8Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 8Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 29Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 29Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 27Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 27Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 27Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 27Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 27Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 27Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 22Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 22Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 22Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 22Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 9Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 9Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 8Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 8Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 18Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 18Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 18Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 18Resolved

How Does This Compare?

CANDLER (28715) has 3,092 recorded violations, including 9 health-based. 7 remain unresolved. 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.

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

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

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.

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