Mount Pleasant, Town of
EPA ID: NC0113020 ยท 1,786 people served ยท 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Mount Pleasant, Town of (NC0113020): 3 violations recorded with unresolved status in the SDWIS data used. Open violations at Mount Pleasant, Town of number 3 in the EPA compliance data, for a system that serves about 1,786 people. An open status describes how each violation is logged in the federal record; it is not a measurement of what comes out of any individual tap.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Mount Pleasant, Town of Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Mount Pleasant, Town of have a median household income of $76,600 and about 6,169 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 54% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
๐ Where Does Your Water Come From?
Mount Pleasant, Town of's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS in ZIP Codes This System Serves
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with the ZIP codes in this system's area. These results can come from other water systems serving the same ZIP codes; check the UCMR5 section for any results reported for this system. 4 detections recorded. 1 detection is above the level of a federal PFAS MCL (4 ppt for PFOA and PFOS), with compliance required from 2029.
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
Mount Pleasant, Town of (EPA ID: NC0113020) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 1,786 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 28124 in Mount Pleasant.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 6 resolved, 19 archived, 3 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 1, 2026 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Addressed (current) |
| April 1, 2026 | TTHM | Health-based | Addressed (current) |
| January 1, 2026 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Archived |
| January 1, 2026 | TTHM | Health-based | Archived |
| January 1, 2026 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Addressed (current) |
| October 1, 2025 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Archived |
| October 1, 2025 | TTHM | Health-based | Archived |
| July 1, 2025 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Archived |
| July 1, 2025 | TTHM | Health-based | Archived |
| April 1, 2025 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Archived |
| April 1, 2025 | TTHM | Health-based | Archived |
| March 7, 2025 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| March 7, 2025 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2025 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Archived |
| January 1, 2025 | TTHM | Health-based | Archived |
| January 1, 2025 | Dalapon | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2025 | Hexachlorocyclopentadiene | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2024 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Archived |
| October 1, 2024 | TTHM | Health-based | Archived |
| September 1, 2024 | CARBON, TOTAL | Non-health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | MCL Violation | 11 | Yes |
| TTHM | MCL Violation | 10 | Yes |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring & Reporting | 2 | Yes |
| Public Notice | Other (notice or report rule) | 2 | No |
| Dalapon | Other Violation | 1 | No |
| Hexachlorocyclopentadiene | Other Violation | 1 | No |
| Public Notice | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
Health Risk Details
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) (EPA limit: 0.08 mg/L)
Long-term exposure is associated with increased cancer risk, including bladder cancer; possible reproductive effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, long-term consumers of chlorinated water, people who frequently shower in chlorinated water.
Treatment options (verify a product is certified to reduce this contaminant): granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, point-of-entry aeration. Find the right filter โ
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.
Treatment options (verify a product is certified to reduce this contaminant): granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ
Chlorite (EPA limit: 1 mg/L)
Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children At-risk groups: infants, developing fetuses, people with G6PD deficiency.
Treatment options (verify a product is certified to reduce this contaminant): ferrous sulfate reduction, activated carbon, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0 mg/L | No | N/A |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
Radon Risk in Service Area
Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
ZIP Codes Served
Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by NC or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.
- 28124 - Mount Pleasant
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Mount Pleasant, Town of (NC0113020) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mount Pleasant, Town of water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 2 current health-based noncompliance records for Mount Pleasant, Town of. Review the utility's current notices and EPA record. This system-level compliance history cannot determine conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Mount Pleasant, Town of serve?
Mount Pleasant, Town of serves approximately 1,786 people across 1 ZIP code in North Carolina.
Where does Mount Pleasant, Town of get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Mount Pleasant, Town of (NC): 22 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nc0113020/
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What You Can Do
Test your water
Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ
Check your specific ZIP code
Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ
Contact your utility
Mount Pleasant, Town of (EPA ID: NC0113020) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.