Water System Report NC

Country Valley Ii Mhp

EPA ID: NC0118306 · 318 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Water monitoring history at Country Valley Ii Mhp shows a clean slate — EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 318 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

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

318
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$176K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2023) to 3 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Country Valley Ii Mhp Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$65,057
Median Household Income
36,601
Service Area Population
45%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
52%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Country Valley Ii Mhp serves a community with a median household income of $65,057 and an estimated 36,601 residents across its service area. Approximately 52% 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

Country Valley Ii Mhp'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

51 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
20 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 72% 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 →

Comparable Water Systems

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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 $1,500
PFAS Treatment $550
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,750

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 $2,750 (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

Country Valley Ii Mhp (EPA ID: NC0118306) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 318 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

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

Find the Right Water Filter

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

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 Country Valley Ii Mhp (NC0118306) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Country Valley Ii Mhp water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Country Valley Ii Mhp has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Country Valley Ii Mhp serve?

Country Valley Ii Mhp serves approximately 318 people across 2 ZIP codes in North Carolina.

Where does Country Valley Ii Mhp get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Country Valley Ii Mhp meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Country Valley Ii Mhp serve?
Country Valley Ii Mhp serves approximately 318 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Country Valley Ii Mhp's water source?
Country Valley Ii Mhp draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Country Valley Ii Mhp's service area?
The Country Valley Ii Mhp service area has a median household income of $65,057. EPA EJScreen data classifies 45% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Country Valley Ii Mhp get its water?
Country Valley Ii Mhp'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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