Toast, NC Water Safety: 63/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Toast, NC: middle-tier water safety by the latest federal monitoring.
How Toast Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Toast Water
- Estimated remediation: $1,600 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 15.34 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Toast
Most residential addresses in Toast, NC are served by a single water utility — the dominant system among the 1 provider tracked in federal data.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Toast, North Carolina, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 10,314 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Toast — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Toast: C (63/100)
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
Toast water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Toast
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27049 | C | MOUNT AIRY, CITY OF | 10,314 |
All ZIP Codes in Toast
- 27049 [C]
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 Toast
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
Flood & Climate Risk in Toast
Over the multi-decade span captured by FEMA's National Flood Insurance Program, Toast has accumulated a relatively small number of flood claims. That history points to a community where flood exposure is present but contained — and where the pathways by which flooding can affect water quality (overwhelmed treatment plants, contaminated private wells, distribution backflow) remain low-probability events rather than recurring concerns.
Toast has a relatively low flood history with 1 FEMA claims on record. While risk is limited, severe weather events can still impact water infrastructure.
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>$1,600</strong> remediation cost per household.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
What You Can Do in Toast
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Toast, NC