Water System Report NC

Springdale Mh S/d

EPA ID: NC0118282 · 251 people served · 1 ZIP code

Springdale Mh S/d carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 251 residents.

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

251
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$193K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Springdale Mh S/d Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$67,805
Median Household Income
25,681
Service Area Population
45%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Springdale Mh S/d serves a community with a median household income of $67,805 and an estimated 25,681 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 45% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Springdale Mh 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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Infrastructure Risk

56 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
14 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 80% 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. 2 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 Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,500

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 $2,500 (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

Springdale Mh S/d (EPA ID: NC0118282) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 251 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 28658 in Newton.

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.

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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 Springdale Mh S/d (NC0118282) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Springdale Mh S/d water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Springdale Mh S/d has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Springdale Mh S/d serve?

Springdale Mh S/d serves approximately 251 people across 1 ZIP code in North Carolina.

Where does Springdale Mh S/d 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
0
Unknown Material
98
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: 251
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?
Springdale Mh 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 Springdale Mh S/d serve?
Springdale Mh S/d serves approximately 251 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Springdale Mh S/d's water source?
Springdale Mh S/d draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Springdale Mh S/d's service area?
The Springdale Mh S/d service area has a median household income of $67,805. EPA EJScreen data classifies 45% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Springdale Mh S/d get its water?
Springdale Mh 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.
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