Lexington, NC: 4 Violations — 86/100 (2026)
4 ZIP codes · 3 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Throughout Lexington and across its water systems, EPA compliance data for NC shows above-average performance — violations are minimal, none of the tracked systems have recorded repeated MCL exceedances in recent cycles, and the safety picture has held steady across multiple reporting periods.
How Lexington Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Lexington Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 4 violations in the past 5 years.
- Estimated remediation: $1,500 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.11 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Lexington
Water delivery in Lexington, NC is handled by 3 utilities rather than a single system — drawn from 3 providers in federal records, each filing its own compliance reports and setting its own rates.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 4 ZIP codes in Lexington, North Carolina (population ~78,890), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 182,775 people region-wide.
4 of 4 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Lexington: A (86/100)
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
Lexington water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Lexington
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 4 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 5 | 4 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27292 | B | 1 | 0 | Davidson Water Inc. |
| 27293 | A | 1 | 0 | Davidson Water Inc. |
| 27294 | A | 1 | 0 | Davidson Water Inc. |
| 27295 | A | 1 | 0 | Davidson Water Inc. |
All ZIP Codes in Lexington
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 Lexington
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 Lexington Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Lexington Homeowners
While no remediation project is entirely without cost, the relationship between estimated remediation and property values in Lexington is notably favorable — the equity share is small enough that the household financial perspective is one of proportionality rather than pressure, and most homeowners can treat it as routine planning rather than a significant financial event.
Remediation costs in Lexington are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,000–$2,200 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 18% below the North Carolina average.
Flood & Climate Risk in Lexington
Over the multi-decade window covered by the National Flood Insurance Program, Lexington has accumulated 41 claims — a total that suggests more than isolated flood exposure. With 50% of ZIP codes in designated flood zones, the water-quality implications of flooding move from hypothetical to periodically relevant: treatment intake can be compromised, wells can be infiltrated, and distribution backflow can occur.
Lexington has a moderate flood history with 41 FEMA claims averaging $9,993 per payout. 50% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
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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