Water System Report NC

Stone Hollow S/d

EPA ID: NC0160281 · 582 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Zero violations in five consecutive years of EPA monitoring — Stone Hollow S/d has held a clean track record across every reporting cycle in that span, with no enforcement activity of any kind on file for the full service population of 582 residents.

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

A · 85
Avg Safety Score
582
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Stone Hollow S/d Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$120,503
Median Household Income
69,907
Service Area Population
29%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
12%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Stone Hollow S/d serves a community with a median household income of $120,503 and an estimated 69,907 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Stone Hollow S/d'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Mecklenburg 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

20 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
45 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 31% 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. 4 detections recorded.

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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $900
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $1,400

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 $1,400 (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

Stone Hollow S/d (EPA ID: NC0160281) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 582 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.

Average Home Safety Score: A (85/100)

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

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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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

Coverage: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Stone Hollow S/d (NC0160281) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stone Hollow S/d water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Stone Hollow S/d has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Stone Hollow S/d serve?

Stone Hollow S/d serves approximately 582 people across 2 ZIP codes in North Carolina.

Where does Stone Hollow S/d get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

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
0
Unknown Material
228
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: 582
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 Stone Hollow S/d safe to drink?
Stone Hollow S/d earns a A safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Stone Hollow S/d meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Stone Hollow S/d serve?
Stone Hollow S/d serves approximately 582 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Stone Hollow S/d's water source?
Stone Hollow S/d draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Stone Hollow S/d's service area?
The Stone Hollow S/d service area has a median household income of $120,503. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Stone Hollow S/d get its water?
Stone Hollow S/d'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.
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