Water System Report NC

Chimney Rock Village

EPA ID: NC0181107 · 94 people served · 2 ZIP codes

With a five-year violation-free history, Chimney Rock Village delivers safe water to 94 residents.

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

C · 63
Avg Safety Score
94
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Chimney Rock Village Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Chimney Rock Village'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
25th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Henderson 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

63 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
2 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 97% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $2,500
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,900

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

CHIMNEY ROCK VILLAGE (EPA ID: NC0181107) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 94 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (63/100)

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 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Chimney Rock Village (NC0181107) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chimney Rock Village water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Chimney Rock Village has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Chimney Rock Village serve?

Chimney Rock Village serves approximately 94 people across 2 ZIP codes in North Carolina.

Where does Chimney Rock Village 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
155
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 2025-07-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 94
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 Chimney Rock Village safe to drink?
Chimney Rock Village has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Chimney Rock Village meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Chimney Rock Village serve?
Chimney Rock Village serves approximately 94 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Chimney Rock Village's water source?
Chimney Rock Village draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Where does Chimney Rock Village get its water?
Chimney Rock Village'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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