Monitoring Violations NC

Lake Summit-south Shore Lindsy

EPA ID: NC0145150 · 180 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Beyond the 2 historical violations on Lake Summit-south Shore Lindsy's EPA record, nothing remains open — the utility is currently compliant and supplies water to 180 residents.

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

C · 65
Avg Safety Score
180
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0025 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
1
Contaminants Flagged
$386K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Demographics

$89,370
Median Household Income
6,526
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
53th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
48%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Lake Summit-south Shore Lindsy serves a community with a median household income of $89,370 and an estimated 6,526 residents across its service area. Approximately 48% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Lake Summit-south Shore Lindsy'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Polk 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 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

38 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
30 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 56% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Lake Summit-south Shore Lindsy compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,233
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,433

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,433 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Lake Summit-south Shore Lindsy (EPA ID: NC0145150) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 180 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (65/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

2 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
28784 0.0025 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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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 Lake Summit-south Shore Lindsy (NC0145150) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lake Summit-south Shore Lindsy water safe to drink?

Lake Summit-south Shore Lindsy has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Lake Summit-south Shore Lindsy serve?

Lake Summit-south Shore Lindsy serves approximately 180 people across 3 ZIP codes in North Carolina.

Where does Lake Summit-south Shore Lindsy get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
68
Unknown Material
7
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: 180
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

Is water from Lake Summit-south Shore Lindsy safe to drink?
Lake Summit-south Shore Lindsy has a C safety grade based on 2 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Lake Summit-south Shore Lindsy's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Lake Summit-south Shore Lindsy serve?
Lake Summit-south Shore Lindsy serves approximately 180 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Lake Summit-south Shore Lindsy's water source?
Lake Summit-south Shore Lindsy draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Lake Summit-south Shore Lindsy's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0025 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Lake Summit-south Shore Lindsy's service area?
The Lake Summit-south Shore Lindsy service area has a median household income of $89,370. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Lake Summit-south Shore Lindsy get its water?
Lake Summit-south Shore Lindsy'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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