Grover, NC Water Safety: 72/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Unlike many cities its size in NC, Grover keeps health-based violation rates low — systems here score at or above the state average for tap water safety, with no systemic concerns flagged in the current data set.
How Grover Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Grover Residents
- Homes built before 1986: 43% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.73 — above typical levels.
Grover's Water Providers
3 water utilities share the residential service territory in Grover, NC — out of 3 total systems in federal records.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Grover, North Carolina (population ~6,246), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 74,344 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Grover — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Grover: B (72/100)
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
Grover water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Grover
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28073 | B | Grover, Town of | 805 |
All ZIP Codes in Grover
- 28073 [B]
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.
Grover Community Health Snapshot
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
Grover Infrastructure Age
With 43% 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
Grover's residential inventory spans multiple construction eras, with the median build year of 1998 landing in a zone where pre- and post-1986 homes are both well represented. That split matters because homes built before 1986 may contain lead-soldered copper joints — a plumbing practice banned that year — while those built before 1970 face the additional possibility of lead pipes in the service line. Whether a specific household sits on the older or newer end of this distribution is the primary variable shaping its individual exposure risk.
Most homes in Grover 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.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Grover
Low proportionality — that's the Grover picture when remediation costs are placed against typical home equity.
Remediation costs in Grover are relatively low compared to home values. The $0–$800 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 47% below the North Carolina average.
Grover: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
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.
Wherever 43% of local housing was built before solder rules changed — as is the case in Grover — a faucet-level sample closes the gap that aggregate utility data cannot.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Grover, NC