Pinehurst, NC: 18 Violations — 88/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 8 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Throughout Pinehurst 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 Pinehurst Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Pinehurst Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 18 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.005 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $2,400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 12.98 — above typical levels.
Pinehurst's Water Providers
With 3 utilities splitting service in Pinehurst, NC, water accountability is distributed across 8 systems on the federal record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Pinehurst, North Carolina (population ~19,501), covering 8 community water systems serving approximately 77,358 people region-wide.
2 of 2 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Pinehurst: A (88/100)
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
Pinehurst water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0050 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 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): 2 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 9 | 2 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 6 | 2 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 6 | 2 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 3 | 2 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 3 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28370 | A | 9 | 0 | Moore Company Public Util-pinehurst |
| 28374 | B | 9 | 0 | Moore Company Public Util-pinehurst |
All ZIP Codes in Pinehurst
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.
Pinehurst 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
What's in Pinehurst's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Pinehurst
Equity impact data for Pinehurst lands in the favorable tier — remediation claims a small slice of what properties here are worth.
Remediation costs in Pinehurst are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,600–$3,300 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 87% above the North Carolina average.
Pinehurst: 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.
Lead risk in Pinehurst appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Pinehurst: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Across the NFIP's long tracking period, Pinehurst shows 39 claims and 50% of ZIP codes within FEMA-designated flood zones — figures that place it in moderate flood exposure territory. At this level, the water-quality implications of flooding — contaminated wells, stressed treatment intake, distribution backflow — move from theoretical edge cases to genuine periodic risks, particularly during higher-severity events.
Pinehurst has a moderate flood history with 39 FEMA claims averaging $26,544 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>$2,400</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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