Fairfield Sapphire
EPA ID: NC0150113 · 3,873 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Fairfield Sapphire (NC0150113): 1 violation on record since 2021. Although 1 violation appeared on Fairfield Sapphire's record, each is listed as resolved; the system serves about 3,873 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Fairfield Sapphire Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Fairfield Sapphire have a median household income of $73,065 and about 1,511 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies).
Environmental Justice Note: On average, 33% of census tracts in the counties mapped to this service area are designated disadvantaged by the federal Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST, 2022 version). 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?
Fairfield Sapphire's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
Infrastructure Risk
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System Overview
Fairfield Sapphire (EPA ID: NC0150113) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 3,873 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 28717 in Cashiers.
Violation History
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 | Consumer Confidence 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Other (notice or report rule) | 1 | No |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| Below the reporting limit | No | 2023-12-31 |
The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.
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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.
- 28717 - Cashiers
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Fairfield Sapphire (NC0150113) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fairfield Sapphire water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Fairfield Sapphire; 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 Fairfield Sapphire serve?
Fairfield Sapphire serves approximately 3,873 people across 1 ZIP code in North Carolina.
Where does Fairfield Sapphire get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
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