Historical Compliance Records NC 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

City of Monroe

EPA ID: NC0190010 ยท 43,081 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Monroe (NC0190010): 1 past health-based violation, since resolved. Even though City of Monroe accumulated 4 violations over five years, all have been formally resolved - the provider currently meets EPA standards for 43,081 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

B ยท 81
Avg Safety Score
43,081
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
3
Contaminants Flagged
$303K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Monroe Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$81,221
Median Household Income
124,278
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
37th
Poverty Percentile
47th
Energy Burden Percentile
33%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Monroe serves a community with a median household income of $81,221 and an estimated 124,278 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Monroe'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
23th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

31 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
38 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 45% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Monroe compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 17 detections recorded. 6 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.
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Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

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Fuquay-varina, Town of
42,954 people
6 violations
3 violations
Salisbury-rowan
46,156 people
A 1 violation
Wayne Water Districts
39,403 people
A 3 violations
City of New Bern
37,884 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,400
PFAS Treatment $600
Water Filtration $200
Radon Mitigation $133
Total Estimated Cost $2,333

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,333 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

City of Monroe, (EPA ID: NC0190010) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 43,081 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: B (81/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 3 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 4 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 4 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
August 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Health-based Resolved
April 11, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 2 Yes
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No

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.

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 $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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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 City of Monroe (NC0190010) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Monroe water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for City of Monroe; its 4 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does City of Monroe serve?

City of Monroe serves approximately 43,081 people across 3 ZIP codes in North Carolina.

Where does City of Monroe 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
116
Detections
5
Latest sample
3/11/2024
Highest analyte
PFBA: 6.9 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBA 6.9 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFBS 5.6 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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How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from City of Monroe safe to drink?
City of Monroe earns a B safety grade with 4 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in City of Monroe's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 3 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does City of Monroe serve?
City of Monroe serves approximately 43,081 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is City of Monroe's water source?
City of Monroe draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Monroe's service area?
The City of Monroe service area has a median household income of $81,221. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Monroe get its water?
City of Monroe'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Monroe (NC): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nc0190010/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

City of Monroe (EPA ID: NC0190010) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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