Water System Report NC

Cabarrus Acres Water System

EPA ID: NC0113146 · 41 people served · 1 ZIP code

From the earliest to the most recent cycle in the five-year EPA window, Cabarrus Acres Water System has logged zero violations — no MCL exceedances, no health advisories, and no enforcement activity across the entire period for the 41 people in its service area, a record that stands up well against both state and national benchmarks.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

41
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$352K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Cabarrus Acres Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$96,632
Median Household Income
9,638
Service Area Population
27%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
35%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Cabarrus Acres Water System serves a community with a median household income of $96,632 and an estimated 9,638 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Cabarrus Acres Water System'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Cabarrus County, North Carolina rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

33 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
37 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 47% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 3 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

State limits: HFPO-DA: 0.01 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,800 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Cabarrus Acres Water System (EPA ID: NC0113146) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 41 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 28107 in Midland.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Cabarrus Acres Water System (NC0113146) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cabarrus Acres Water System water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Cabarrus Acres Water System has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Cabarrus Acres Water System serve?

Cabarrus Acres Water System serves approximately 41 people across 1 ZIP code in North Carolina.

Where does Cabarrus Acres Water System 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:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
2
Unknown Material
15
Confirmed Non-Lead

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.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 41
Reported to North Carolina

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Cabarrus Acres Water System meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Cabarrus Acres Water System serve?
Cabarrus Acres Water System serves approximately 41 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Cabarrus Acres Water System's water source?
Cabarrus Acres Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Cabarrus Acres Water System's service area?
The Cabarrus Acres Water System service area has a median household income of $96,632. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Cabarrus Acres Water System get its water?
Cabarrus Acres Water System'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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