Historical Compliance Records NC

Suburban Acres

EPA ID: NC0149139 ยท 208 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Suburban Acres (NC0149139): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. Over the tracked period, Suburban Acres logged 1 EPA violation - each has been remedied, and the system now supplies 208 people in good standing.

Data: EPA SDWIS

208
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0016 mg/L
Max Lead Level
1
Contaminants Flagged
$207K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Suburban Acres Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$59,081
Median Household Income
37,628
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
58%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Suburban Acres serves a community with a median household income of $59,081 and an estimated 37,628 residents across its service area. Approximately 58% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Suburban Acres'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

37 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
33 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 53% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Suburban Acres compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 8 detections recorded. 2 exceed 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

Similar-sized systems in North Carolina

Northwood S/d
208 people
0 violations
Glynnwood Mhp
208 people
0 violations
Camberly S/d
203 people
1 violation
The Pointe S/d
203 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,800
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $3,100

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,100 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Suburban Acres (EPA ID: NC0149139) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 208 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 28677 in Statesville.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based 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 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0016 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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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 Suburban Acres (NC0149139) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Suburban Acres water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Suburban Acres; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Suburban Acres serve?

Suburban Acres serves approximately 208 people across 1 ZIP code in North Carolina.

Where does Suburban Acres get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Suburban Acres'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 Suburban Acres serve?
Suburban Acres serves approximately 208 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Suburban Acres's water source?
Suburban Acres draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Suburban Acres's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0016 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Suburban Acres's service area?
The Suburban Acres service area has a median household income of $59,081. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Suburban Acres get its water?
Suburban Acres'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.). Suburban Acres (NC): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nc0149139/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Suburban Acres (EPA ID: NC0149139) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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