ZipCheckup grade for 28516: A.
Checked records flag no major concern; missing data is unknown.
Beaufort, NC (28516): 1 Health-Based Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 98/100
EPA data combined for 2 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Beaufort, Town of)
Health-based violation records by water system:
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 28516 in Beaufort, NC contain 4 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 1 are marked health-based.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 1 health-based violation and 3 non-health-based (since 2021).
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.004 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- Radon EPA Zone 3 - county-level radon potential, not evidence of a low home result.
- Flood 1,798 cumulative NFIP claim records. This historical count is not a current property-risk verdict.
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Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: 98/100
This is the published model score. Component and domain values are shown independently; they are not added together on this page.
Canonical components
Required domains
Coverage: 4 of 4 components and 3 of 3 domains observed.
Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.
Safety & Health (6) CRITICAL
Your Water System
ZIP code 28516 in Beaufort, North Carolina is mapped to the water system Beaufort, Town of (EPA ID: NC0416010). This system provides water to approximately 4,452 people from groundwater sources.
There are 2 community water systems serving this area.
Lead & Copper in Your Water
The EPA requires water systems to monitor lead and copper levels under the Lead and Copper Rule.
| Metal | Measured Level | EPA Action Level | Status | Sample Date or Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper | Action-level exceedance on record | 1.3 mg/L | Exceeds action level | Not present in ZipCheckup accepted source data |
Water Systems Serving This Area
| System Name | EPA ID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beaufort, Town of | NC0416010 | 4,452 | Groundwater |
| North River/mill Creek Water Service Dis | NC0416197 | 4,417 | Groundwater |
Other Water Quality Reports in North Carolina
- 27006 (Advance) - 9 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27007 (Ararat)
- 27009 (Belews Creek) - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 27010 (Bethania)
- 27011 (Boonville) - 25 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27012 (Clemmons) - 3 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27013 (Cleveland) - 7 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27014 (Cooleemee) - 9 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27016 (Danbury)
- 27017 (Dobson) - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27018 (East Bend) - 3 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27019 (Germanton) - 98 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27020 (Hamptonville) - 6 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27021 (King) - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27022 (Lawsonville)
- 27023 (Lewisville) - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 27024 (Lowgap)
- 27025 (Madison) - 21 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27027 (Mayodan) - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 27028 (Mocksville) - 15 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 28528 (Gloucester) - 5 mi
- 28579 (Smyrna) - 5 mi
- 28531 (Harkers Island) - 6 mi
- 28553 (Marshallberg) - 6 mi
- 28589 (Williston) - 7 mi
- 28557 (Morehead City) - 8 mi - 9 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 28512 (Atlantic Beach) - 8 mi - 7 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 28524 (Davis) - 10 mi
- 28581 (Stacy) - 12 mi
- 28577 (Sealevel) - 16 mi
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Beaufort, Town of (NC0416010) on EPA.gov.
5 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.
UCMR 5 PFAS monitoring: no reportable detections in available records
Available federal UCMR5 records for water systems mapped to ZIP code 28516 show no PFAS detections among the compounds tested, at the program's reporting levels.
The EPA Fifth Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5) required community and non-transient non-community water systems serving 3,300 or more people to test for 29 PFAS compounds and lithium between 2023 and 2025. Systems with no detections at the federal minimum reporting level had no results at or above that reporting level.
Environmental Hazards (11) HIGH
Home & Infrastructure (7) MODERATE
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Cost & Community (9) HIGH
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Protect Your Home in Beaufort
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Home & Flood Insurance
The ZIP code for this report in Beaufort has 1,798 FEMA flood claims on record. Standard homeowner policies don't cover flood damage - make sure you're protected.
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Gutter Installation & Repair
The median home in 28516 was built around 1985. Aging gutters can cause foundation damage, basement flooding, and mold - a professional assessment can prevent costly repairs.
Typical cost: Gutter installation: typically $1,000–$2,500 for a standard home
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 28516 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 4 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 28516 (primary system: Beaufort, Town of), including 1 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.
Where does 28516's water come from?
The recorded water source for Beaufort, Town of, a system mapped to ZIP code 28516, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 4,452 people.
How does Beaufort water compare to the national average?
Beaufort's Home Safety Score ranks better than 89% of U.S. ZIP codes, and at or above 94% within North Carolina.
How can I get my water tested in Beaufort?
If Beaufort, Town of supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.
Is lead a concern in 28516 tap water?
The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 28516 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.004 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2025-12-31). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.
What is the radon risk for 28516?
28516 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 3 (low county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Carteret County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
What does the NFIP claim history show for ZIP 28516?
FEMA records contain 1798 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 28516; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is AE, which is claims evidence and may differ from the current FEMA map zone for a property. This is a substantial claim history, but claim count is not a count of distinct events or properties. Review FEMA's map for the specific property.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Beaufort, NC (28516): 1 Health-Based Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 98/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/28516/
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Page version: October 2026.
Nearby ZIP Code Reports
Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 28516
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28528 | Gloucester, NC | 5.0 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 28579 | Smyrna, NC | 5.4 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 28531 | Harkers Island, NC | 5.6 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 28553 | Marshallberg, NC | 6.4 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 28589 | Williston, NC | 7.0 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 28557 | Morehead City, NC | 7.7 mi | A | 9 |
| 28512 | Atlantic Beach, NC | 7.8 mi | A | 7 |
| 28524 | Davis, NC | 9.6 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 28581 | Stacy, NC | 12.4 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 28577 | Sealevel, NC | 15.6 mi | N/A | 0 |
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