Fairfield Mountains No 1
EPA ID: NC0181126 · 1,798 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Fairfield Mountains No 1 (NC0181126): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. Although compliance varies widely among water utilities nationally, the SDWIS file for Fairfield Mountains No 1 lists no EPA violations for this supplier, whose service area covers 1,798 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Fairfield Mountains No 1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Fairfield Mountains No 1 have a median household income of $65,703 and about 2,734 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 45% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: On average, 46% 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 Mountains No 1'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
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in North Carolina
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
Fairfield Mountains No 1 (EPA ID: NC0181126) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 1,798 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 28746 in Lake Lure.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0039 mg/L | No | 2025-12-31 |
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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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.
- 28746 - Lake Lure
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Fairfield Mountains No 1 (NC0181126) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fairfield Mountains No 1 water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Fairfield Mountains No 1 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 Fairfield Mountains No 1 serve?
Fairfield Mountains No 1 serves approximately 1,798 people across 1 ZIP code in North Carolina.
Where does Fairfield Mountains No 1 get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Fairfield Mountains No 1 Water Quality Report, NC. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nc0181126/
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