Water Quality in Asheville, NC (28805)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 28805.
Active Health Violations
5 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 74% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
19,993
Population
10
Water Systems
15
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (10)
Asheville City Of
1 health-basedGillespie Gap Maintenance
Outward Bound Cedar Rock Base
2 health-basedUnder The Blue Ridge
1 health-basedOutward Bound Table Rock Base
All resolvedLinville Falls Visitors Center
Linville Falls Campground
All resolvedLinville Falls Picnic Area
1 health-basedCrabtree Falls
Craggy Gardens Visitors Center
All resolvedContaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Asheville (28805) has more violations than 74% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 15.
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
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.