Lead Exceeds EPA Limit in 11 Areas - Asheville, NC
11 ZIP codes · 275 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup compares 11 ZIP codes across Asheville, NC. The area averages a grade F (26/100); 11 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
Water quality varies significantly across Asheville, NC. We analyzed 11 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade F (26/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 11 | 100% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Asheville ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 28802 | 35 | F | 25 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 2 | 28813 | 35 | F | 25 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 3 | 28814 | 35 | F | 25 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 4 | 28801 | 25 | F | 25 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 5 | 28804 | 25 | F | 25 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 6 | 28805 | 25 | F | 25 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 7 | 28806 | 25 | F | 25 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 8 | 28810 | 21 | F | 25 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 9 | 28815 | 21 | F | 25 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 10 | 28816 | 21 | F | 25 | Exceeds EPA limit |
| 11 | 28803 | 20 | F | 25 | Exceeds EPA limit |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 0 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 11 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 275 total violations across Asheville
- 77 health-based violations
- 11 of 11 ZIP codes have violations
- 11 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 66 | 11 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 66 | 11 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 33 | 11 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | 33 | 11 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 22 | 11 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Asheville?
ZIP code 28802 has the highest safety score in Asheville at 35/100 (grade F). Check the full report for details.
Is Asheville water safe to drink?
Asheville has an average water safety score of 26/100 (F). Water quality varies by neighborhood — 11 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead limits. Always check your specific ZIP code.
Related Pages
Data Sources
- EPA SDWIS
- U.S. Census Bureau
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