Goldsboro, NC: 14 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable
5 ZIP codes · 7 water systems · Updated
Data: EPA SDWIS
Goldsboro Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 14 violations since 2021.
- Homes built before 1986: 37% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $620 per household.
- Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 14.53.
Water Systems Serving Goldsboro
Counting every public water system linked to Goldsboro, NC in federal data gives 7. The list below keeps the 3 largest by reported population served, a figure that covers each system's whole service area rather than the city alone. A household's own supplier is named on its water bill.
Overview
We track home safety data for 5 ZIP codes in Goldsboro, North Carolina (population ~69,642), covering 7 community water systems serving approximately 111,519 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 3 of 5 ZIP codes.
2 of 3 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (67%) have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.
Water Sources
Goldsboro water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: reported as 0 mg/L (a reported 0 is not proof of no lead; check the source record for its reporting limit) (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 3 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
5 of 5 ZIP records with known zones are in EPA Radon Zone 3.
The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule Revisions | Treatment Technique | 8 | 2 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 5 | 2 |
| Nitrate | Inorganic | 3 | 2 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 3 | 2 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 3 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27534 | — | 10 | 2 | City of Goldsboro, |
| 27530 | — | 7 | 1 | City of Goldsboro, |
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27531 | — | City of Goldsboro, | 34,959 |
All ZIP Codes in Goldsboro
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
Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.
CDC Health Data for Goldsboro
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Key Contaminants Detected in Goldsboro
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Goldsboro's Housing Stock?
Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Lead solder was allowed in new plumbing until the 1986 federal restrictions, which is why older homes in Goldsboro deserve a closer look; the median build year is 1987.
Most homes in Goldsboro were built after 1986; lead exposure at a tap still depends on its service line and plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Goldsboro: Remediation Cost in Perspective
How large is the remediation estimate next to home prices in Goldsboro? Small in relative terms: it amounts to 1% of the median value or less, although the dollar figure below is still an estimate and actual costs vary by property and contractor.
Estimated remediation costs in Goldsboro can be compared with local home values. The $360–$1,040 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 20% below the North Carolina average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Goldsboro
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Historical Flood-Claim Evidence for Goldsboro
Historical NFIP data for Goldsboro contains 1,028 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $47,658. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 100% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.
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. The $620 remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.
Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.
Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.
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