Mt Mitchell Lands
EPA ID: NC0100103 · 650 people served · 1 ZIP code
Unlike many utilities its size, Mt Mitchell Lands carries a violation-free five-year record — no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 650 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Mt Mitchell Lands Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade B
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Mt Mitchell Lands's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.
About 0% of homes in Yancey County, North Carolina rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in North Carolina
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.
System Overview
Mt Mitchell Lands (EPA ID: NC0100103) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 650 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 28755 in Micaville.
Average Home Safety Score: B (75/100)
Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
Radon Risk in Service Area
Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
- 28755 — Micaville
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Mt Mitchell Lands (NC0100103) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mt Mitchell Lands water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Mt Mitchell Lands has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Mt Mitchell Lands serve?
Mt Mitchell Lands serves approximately 650 people across 1 ZIP code in North Carolina.
Where does Mt Mitchell Lands get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Lead Service Line Inventory
Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:
This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.
Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.
Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026
ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.