Fairfield Mtns-apple Valley
EPA ID: NC0181133 · 950 people served · 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Fairfield Mtns-apple Valley (NC0181133): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Fairfield Mtns-apple Valley has come through without a single EPA violation - a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 950 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Fairfield Mtns-apple Valley Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Fairfield Mtns-apple Valley serves a community with a median household income of $58,926 and an estimated 21,621 residents across its service area. Approximately 47% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Fairfield Mtns-apple Valley'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.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.
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 Mtns-apple Valley (EPA ID: NC0181133) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 950 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
Violation History
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 $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
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 Fairfield Mtns-apple Valley (NC0181133) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fairfield Mtns-apple Valley water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Fairfield Mtns-apple Valley 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 Mtns-apple Valley serve?
Fairfield Mtns-apple Valley serves approximately 950 people across 2 ZIP codes in North Carolina.
Where does Fairfield Mtns-apple Valley get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Fairfield Mtns-apple Valley Water Quality Report, NC. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nc0181133/
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