Water System Report NC

Willow Oaks Mhp

EPA ID: NC0279156 · 135 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Water monitoring for Willow Oaks Mhp: clean, five years, 135 residents.

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

135
People Served
3
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 3 (2021) to 3 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Willow Oaks Mhp Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$55,491
Median Household Income
38,610
Service Area Population
49%
Disadvantaged Population
63th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Willow Oaks Mhp serves a community with a median household income of $55,491 and an estimated 38,610 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 49% 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

Willow Oaks Mhp'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
37th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
27th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Rockingham 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

49 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Unknown
Pipe Material
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 73% 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. 1 detection recorded.

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

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $800
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $167
Total Estimated Cost $2,767

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 $2,767 (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

Willow Oaks Mhp (EPA ID: NC0279156) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 135 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 1 community.

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 Willow Oaks Mhp (NC0279156) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Willow Oaks Mhp water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Willow Oaks Mhp has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Willow Oaks Mhp serve?

Willow Oaks Mhp serves approximately 135 people across 3 ZIP codes in North Carolina.

Where does Willow Oaks Mhp get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Willow Oaks Mhp meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Willow Oaks Mhp serve?
Willow Oaks Mhp serves approximately 135 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Willow Oaks Mhp's water source?
Willow Oaks Mhp draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Willow Oaks Mhp's service area?
The Willow Oaks Mhp service area has a median household income of $55,491. EPA EJScreen data classifies 49% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Willow Oaks Mhp get its water?
Willow Oaks Mhp'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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