Water Quality in Asheville, NC (28802)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 28802.
Past Health-Based Violations
3 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 47 monitoring/reporting violations.
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.
19
Water Systems
50
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (19)
Trillium Links & Village
1 health-basedMcdowell Co Re Us-221 (Wblnd)
Dot-Mcdowell Co I-40 Ra Ebl
Dot-Mcdowell Co I-40 Ra Wbl
Trillium Links West
All resolvedMountain Falls
Bear Lake Reserve 1b
All resolvedBig Sheep Cliff
All resolvedBuncmbe-Hendersn I-26 Ra(Ebl)
Buncmbe-Hndrson I-26 Ra(Wbl)
Bear Lake Reserve Golden Farms
All resolvedRosewood Mhp
Jewel Acres Water Service
1 health-basedMarshall Mnt Yd(Dot)
Timber Ridge
1 health-basedC.P.& L.--Brevard Rd
Joyce Kilmer Receational Area
Nantahala Outdoor Center (Sc3770676)
Lake Powathan Campground
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Asheville (28802) has more violations than 91% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 50.
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.