Fairview Water Assoc
EPA ID: NC0158025 · 59 people served · 1 ZIP code
EPA data: Fairview Water Assoc — zero violations, five years, 59 served.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Fairview Water Assoc Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Fairview Water Assoc serves a community with a median household income of $47,266 and an estimated 2,374 residents across its service area. Approximately 49% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 67% 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?
Fairview Water Assoc'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.
About 1% of homes in Madison 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
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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.
System Overview
Fairview Water Assoc (EPA ID: NC0158025) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 59 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 28743 in Hot Springs.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
- 28743 — Hot Springs
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Fairview Water Assoc (NC0158025) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fairview Water Assoc water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Fairview Water Assoc has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Fairview Water Assoc serve?
Fairview Water Assoc serves approximately 59 people across 1 ZIP code in North Carolina.
Where does Fairview Water Assoc get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.