Water Quality in ASHEVILLE, NC (28806)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 28806.

152

Total Violations

7

Health-Based

145

Monitoring / Reporting

144

Resolved

What does this mean?

144 of 152 violations have been resolved. 7 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 145 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: 18 Population served: 4,104

Violations Detail (152 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ASep 20, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 23, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AJun 28, 2025ActiveSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(10)

Public Notice

75

Sep 20Active

Public Notice

75

Jul 23Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Jun 30Resolved

E. COLI

34

Jun 28Active

2024(9)

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Dec 31Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

How Does This Compare?

ASHEVILLE (28806) has 152 recorded violations, including 7 health-based. 8 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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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