Water System Report NC

Quarterstone Farm/country Xing

EPA ID: NC0241196 · 683 people served · 30 ZIP codes

Federal monitoring records confirm Quarterstone Farm/country Xing has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window — covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 683 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

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

683
People Served
30
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2021) to 3 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Quarterstone Farm/country Xing Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$58,585
Median Household Income
345,977
Service Area Population
35%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
56%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Quarterstone Farm/country Xing serves a community with a median household income of $58,585 and an estimated 345,977 residents across its service area. Approximately 56% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 35% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. 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?

Groundwater

Quarterstone Farm/country Xing'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
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Guilford 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

47 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Unknown
Pipe Material
20 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 70% 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. 71 detections recorded. 23 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.
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 Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $660
Water Filtration $300
PFAS Treatment $160
Total Estimated Cost $1,120

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 $1,120 (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

Quarterstone Farm/country Xing (EPA ID: NC0241196) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 683 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 30 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

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.

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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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Quarterstone Farm/country Xing (NC0241196) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Quarterstone Farm/country Xing water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Quarterstone Farm/country Xing has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Quarterstone Farm/country Xing serve?

Quarterstone Farm/country Xing serves approximately 683 people across 30 ZIP codes in North Carolina.

Where does Quarterstone Farm/country Xing get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Quarterstone Farm/country Xing meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Quarterstone Farm/country Xing serve?
Quarterstone Farm/country Xing serves approximately 683 people with drinking water across 30 ZIP codes.
What is Quarterstone Farm/country Xing's water source?
Quarterstone Farm/country Xing draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Quarterstone Farm/country Xing's service area?
The Quarterstone Farm/country Xing service area has a median household income of $58,585. EPA EJScreen data classifies 35% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Quarterstone Farm/country Xing get its water?
Quarterstone Farm/country Xing'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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