CITY REPORT NC HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 1

Willow Spring, NC: PFAS Found in Water - Home Safety 67/100

1 ZIP code · 5 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Willow Spring: C.

A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.

Willow Spring earns a C grade for NC; check the EPA record for the system that serves your address.

How Willow Spring Compares

Willow Spring67/100
North Carolina avg78/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
5
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
C · 67
Avg Safety Score
Zone 2
County Radon Potential (Moderate)
$335K
Median Home Value
$900
Est. Remediation (0.3% of home value)

What You Should Know About Willow Spring Water

  • Your city's water systems recorded 167 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0075 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 15% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $900 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 12.6.

Who Supplies Your Water in Willow Spring

Sorted by reported population served, the top 3 of 5 public water systems mapped to Willow Spring, NC appear below, each with its own federal compliance record.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Willow Spring, North Carolina (population ~20,239), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 156,178 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation appear in the available health breakdown.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Willow Spring: C (67/100)

Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:

Factor What It Measures
Water Quality EPA violations and compliance history
PFAS MCL Screen UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs
Radon Risk EPA radon zone classification
Annual AQI EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days

Water Sources

Willow Spring water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0075 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 2.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Consumer Confidence Rule Reporting 30 1
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 10 1
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 10 1
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene Organic 6 1
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene Organic 6 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
27592 C 167 1 Johnston Company-west

All ZIP Codes in Willow Spring

  • 27592 [C] - 167 violations ⚠

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

Health Outcomes in Willow Spring

10.8%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
11.6%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
16.9%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 10.8% ↑
Diabetes 11.6% ↑
Mental Health 16.9% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

Top Contaminants in Willow Spring Water

Consumer Confidence Rule 30 violations
Reporting
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 10 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.06 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 10 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.08 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

Housing & Infrastructure in Willow Spring

2008
Median Build Year
15%
Built Before 1986
6%
Built Before 1970
PEX or Copper
Likely Pipe Material

Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

For Willow Spring, the median build year stands at 2008; the figures below show the share of homes from each era.

2008
Median Year Built
15%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
6%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (6%) 1970–1986 (9%) Post-1986 (85%)

Most homes in Willow Spring were built after 1986; lead exposure at a tap still depends on its service line and plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Willow Spring Homeowners

This section sets two area figures side by side for Willow Spring: the median home value and an estimated remediation cost. Here the estimate equals no more than 1% of that value, which places the city in the low tier; it is an area estimate, and the cost for any one property can be higher or lower.

Median Home Value
$335,100
Est. Remediation
$900
Remediation as % of home value 0.3%

Estimated remediation costs in Willow Spring can be compared with local home values. The $550–$1,400 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 42% above the North Carolina average.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Willow Spring

15%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0075
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

No safe blood lead level in children has been identified, according to CDC, so an area average under 0.010 mg/L does not rule out exposure at home. In Willow Spring, 15% of homes were built before 1986.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

What You Can Do in Willow Spring

  1. Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages - your tap may differ. Check the certification, price and turnaround time of any water test kit or lab service.
  2. Install a certified water filter. For Consumer Confidence Rule, listed in the water-quality records for Willow Spring: if it is a rule or reporting requirement rather than a contaminant, ask your utility what the record involved; for bacteria, follow any boil-water notice from your utility; for a specific chemical contaminant, check whether a filter is certified to reduce it. Not every contaminant has a consumer filter certification.
  3. 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 Willow Spring, NC

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Willow Spring, NC?
Willow Spring has an average Home Safety Score of 67/100 (Grade C) under ZipCheckup model 4.0.0, an area-level model that draws on EPA water compliance records, PFAS screening, EPA radon zones, and annual EPA air quality data; see the methodology page for how inputs and coverage are handled. 167 violations appear in EPA records for water systems mapped to these ZIP codes. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many violations are on record for water systems serving Willow Spring?
EPA records list 167 EPA violations, including 1 health-based violation for Willow Spring water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Willow Spring water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Willow Spring is 0.0075 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does Willow Spring compare to North Carolina average?
Willow Spring has an average Home Safety Score of 67/100, which is below the North Carolina state average of 78/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Willow Spring?
Our records map 5 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Willow Spring. The related population figure in our data is approximately 20,239 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Willow Spring?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Willow Spring: $900; modeled range $550 to $1,400. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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