Chocowinity, NC: 1 Health Violation — 71/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems serving Chocowinity hold a strong EPA compliance record — the city places among the better-performing areas in NC with few health-based violations on file.
How Chocowinity Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Chocowinity Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 3 violations in the past 5 years.
- Homes built before 1986: 41% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $1,500 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 15.57 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Chocowinity
2 independent water providers serve Chocowinity, NC — 2 systems appear in federal records.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Chocowinity, North Carolina (population ~7,764), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 11,934 people region-wide.
1 of 1 ZIP code (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Chocowinity: B (71/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Chocowinity water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Chocowinity
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 4 | 1 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 2 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27817 | B | 3 | 1 | Chocowinity Water System |
All ZIP Codes in Chocowinity
- 27817 [B] — 3 violations ⚠
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
Health Outcomes in Chocowinity
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Top Contaminants in Chocowinity Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Housing & Infrastructure in Chocowinity
With 41% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Pre-1986 construction carries elevated plumbing-era lead risk because lead solder was widely used before that federal ban. In Chocowinity, the median build year of 1997 indicates a housing stock where that older fraction represents a significant share of the residential inventory.
Most homes in Chocowinity were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Chocowinity Homeowners
In Chocowinity, property wealth outpaces what documented remediation typically demands — the equity burden lands well within the low tier.
Remediation costs in Chocowinity are relatively low compared to home values. The $950–$2,400 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 28% below the North Carolina average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Chocowinity
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Even where utility-side monitoring meets Lead and Copper Rule requirements, the 41% pre-rule share in Chocowinity keeps interior-plumbing variation as a household-level question that aggregate data cannot resolve.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Flood & Climate Risk in Chocowinity
FEMA data places 100% of Chocowinity's ZIP codes inside designated flood zones, and the NFIP claim record confirms the real-world impact: 804 filed claims representing decades of documented flood events with consequences for property and, at sufficient severity, for local water infrastructure.
Chocowinity has a significant flood history with 804 FEMA flood insurance claims on record, averaging $13,002 per claim. With 100% of ZIP codes in FEMA-designated flood zones, flood risk is a major concern for homeowners and water quality.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,500</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
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