Hillcrest/mcbride Heights S/d
EPA ID: NC0286149 · 491 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Hillcrest/mcbride Heights S/d (NC0286149): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. EPA monitoring data for Hillcrest/mcbride Heights S/d shows an unblemished five-year compliance history - no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 491 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Hillcrest/mcbride Heights S/d Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Hillcrest/mcbride Heights S/d serves a community with a median household income of $47,213 and an estimated 36,350 residents across its service area. Approximately 63% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 41% 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?
Hillcrest/mcbride Heights S/d'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
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
Hillcrest/mcbride Heights S/d (EPA ID: NC0286149) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 491 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 27030 in Mount Airy.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.007 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.
- 27030 - Mount Airy
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Hillcrest/mcbride Heights S/d (NC0286149) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hillcrest/mcbride Heights S/d water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Hillcrest/mcbride Heights S/d 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 Hillcrest/mcbride Heights S/d serve?
Hillcrest/mcbride Heights S/d serves approximately 491 people across 1 ZIP code in North Carolina.
Where does Hillcrest/mcbride Heights S/d get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Hillcrest/mcbride Heights S/d Water Quality Report, NC. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nc0286149/
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