Water Quality in LEICESTER, NC (28748)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 28748.
65
Total Violations
2
Health-Based
63
Monitoring / Reporting
65
Resolved
What does this mean?
65 of 65 violations have been resolved. 2 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 63 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.
Violations Detail (65 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Methoxychlor | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Heptachlor | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Atrazine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | Cardiovascular system or reproductive problems |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(7)
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
2023(58)
Methoxychlor
03
Heptachlor
03
Atrazine
03
Atrazine
03
Endrin
03
Endrin
03
Endrin
03
Endrin
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Atrazine
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
Simazine
03
Simazine
03
Simazine
03
Heptachlor
03
LASSO
03
LASSO
03
LASSO
03
LASSO
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
Simazine
03
Methoxychlor
03
Atrazine
03
Methoxychlor
03
Methoxychlor
03
Heptachlor
03
Heptachlor
03
Heptachlor
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
How Does This Compare?
LEICESTER (28748) has 65 recorded violations, including 2 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. 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
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.