Water System Report NC

Oak Estates S/d

EPA ID: NC0113209 ยท 259 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Oak Estates S/d (NC0113209): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Zero violations in five consecutive years of EPA monitoring - Oak Estates S/d has held a clean track record across every reporting cycle in that span, with no enforcement activity of any kind on file for the full service population of 259 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

259
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$444K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Oak Estates S/d Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$140,739
Median Household Income
21,562
Service Area Population
27%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
15%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Oak Estates S/d serves a community with a median household income of $140,739 and an estimated 21,562 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Oak Estates S/d'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

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

20 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
45 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 31% 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. 5 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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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Country Hills S/d
259 people
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Huntcliff S/d
262 people
0 violations
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262 people
3 violations
2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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 $2,100 (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

Oak Estates S/d (EPA ID: NC0113209) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 259 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 28075 in Harrisburg.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

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.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Oak Estates S/d (NC0113209) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oak Estates S/d water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Oak Estates S/d in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Oak Estates S/d serve?

Oak Estates S/d serves approximately 259 people across 1 ZIP code in North Carolina.

Where does Oak Estates S/d get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Oak Estates S/d meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Oak Estates S/d serve?
Oak Estates S/d serves approximately 259 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Oak Estates S/d's water source?
Oak Estates S/d draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Oak Estates S/d's service area?
The Oak Estates S/d service area has a median household income of $140,739. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Oak Estates S/d get its water?
Oak Estates S/d'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Oak Estates S/d Water Quality Report, NC. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nc0113209/
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