Rural Hall, NC: 4 Violations — 73/100 (2026)
4 ZIP codes · 4 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Compared to statewide averages in NC, Rural Hall scores well — health violations are below the norm and systems generally operate within federal standards.
How Rural Hall Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Rural Hall Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 4 violations in the past 5 years.
- Estimated remediation: $850 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.43 — above typical levels.
Rural Hall's Water Providers
In Rural Hall, NC, residential water supply is distributed across multiple utilities rather than concentrated in one. The 3 leading providers out of 4 tracked systems each control their own infrastructure, file separate EPA compliance reports, and set independent rate schedules.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 4 ZIP codes in Rural Hall, North Carolina (population ~10,086), covering 4 community water systems serving approximately 411,669 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 Rural Hall: B (73/100)
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
Rural Hall water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Rural Hall
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 4 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 5 | 4 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27045 | B | 1 | 0 | Bishops Ridge S/d |
| 27094 | B | 1 | 0 | Bishops Ridge S/d |
| 27098 | B | 1 | 0 | Bishops Ridge S/d |
| 27099 | B | 1 | 0 | Bishops Ridge S/d |
All ZIP Codes in Rural Hall
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.
Rural Hall 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 Rural Hall's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Rural Hall
Placing remediation in the context of Rural Hall's property market, the equity share is low — most homeowners here are weighing a financial commitment that fits comfortably within routine property planning, far from the threshold where remediation becomes a material equity decision rather than a standard upkeep consideration.
Remediation costs in Rural Hall are relatively low compared to home values. The $300–$1,425 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 23% below the North Carolina average.
Rural Hall: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Flood activity in Rural Hall is neither negligible nor at the level of the highest-exposure areas in the NFIP dataset. The 2-claim record and 25% flood zone coverage suggest a community that has experienced recurrent events but has not faced the kind of sustained, severe exposure where water-supply contamination becomes a primary public health concern. It sits in a middle range where flood history merits inclusion in any complete local water quality picture.
Rural Hall has a moderate flood history with 2 FEMA claims. 25% 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>$850</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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