Water Quality in Asheville, NC (28801)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 28801.
Active Health Violations
3 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 91% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
14,691
Population
21
Water Systems
54
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (21)
Asheville City Of
1 health-basedDot-Buncombe Co Weight St I-40
Biltmore Estates
Woodberry Apartments
Cane Creek Station
All resolvedMortimer Campground
Carolina Hemlocks Cmpgp
1 health-basedLinville Falls Campground
Linville Falls Trail
Market Center Express
All resolvedLeicester Branch Library
Eastside Mob Hm Pk
The Willows - The Lodge
All resolvedThe Willows - House & Barn
All resolvedBrown Mountain Orv Trailhead
Buncombe/Henderson I-26 Ra E
The Willows - The Cabin
All resolvedBuncombe/Henderson I-26 Ra W
Usfs-Sunburst Campground
1 health-basedPalo Duro Adventure Park
All resolvedGrandfather Ranger Distrt Office Usfs
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Asheville (28801) has more violations than 91% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 54.
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.
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.