Water System Report NC

Lamplighter South-danby

EPA ID: NC0160156 ยท 3,297 people served ยท 7 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Lamplighter South-danby (NC0160156): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Lamplighter South-danby carries zero EPA violations in five years - a spotless record for a utility serving 3,297 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

3,297
People Served
7
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$508K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Lamplighter South-danby Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$113,203
Median Household Income
315,960
Service Area Population
27%
Disadvantaged Population
39th
Poverty Percentile
23th
Energy Burden Percentile
27%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Lamplighter South-danby serves a community with a median household income of $113,203 and an estimated 315,960 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Lamplighter South-danby'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
49th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

25 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
42 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 37% 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. 27 detections recorded. 4 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

Drexel Town of
3,302 people
1 violation
2 violations
Andrews, Town of
3,284 people
2 violations
Tabor City, Town of
3,277 people
2 violations
Taylorsville, Town of
3,265 people
2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $543
Water Filtration $343
Radon Mitigation $286
Total Estimated Cost $2,371

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 $2,371 (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

Lamplighter South-danby (EPA ID: NC0160156) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 3,297 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 7 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Lamplighter South-danby (NC0160156) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lamplighter South-danby water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Lamplighter South-danby in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Lamplighter South-danby serve?

Lamplighter South-danby serves approximately 3,297 people across 7 ZIP codes in North Carolina.

Where does Lamplighter South-danby get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
290
Detections
22
Latest sample
11/15/2023
Highest analyte
PFBS: 8.9 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBS 8.9 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFPeA 8.3 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 7.4 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFOS 5.4 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFHxS 4.5 ppt 10 ppt Below current MCL
PFHpA 3.6 ppt โ€” โ€”

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Lamplighter South-danby meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Lamplighter South-danby serve?
Lamplighter South-danby serves approximately 3,297 people with drinking water across 7 ZIP codes.
What is Lamplighter South-danby's water source?
Lamplighter South-danby draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Lamplighter South-danby's service area?
The Lamplighter South-danby service area has a median household income of $113,203. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Lamplighter South-danby get its water?
Lamplighter South-danby'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Lamplighter South-danby Water Quality Report, NC. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nc0160156/
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