Hillcrest/mcbride Heights S/d
EPA ID: NC0286149 · 491 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Hillcrest/mcbride Heights S/d (NC0286149): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. Across the reporting cycles included in federal data, Hillcrest/mcbride Heights S/d has no EPA violation entries - the file covers a service population of approximately 491 residents and says nothing about individual household plumbing.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Hillcrest/mcbride Heights S/d Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Hillcrest/mcbride Heights S/d have a median household income of $47,213 and about 36,350 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 63% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: On average, 41% of census tracts in the counties mapped to this service area are designated disadvantaged by the federal Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST, 2022 version). 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 classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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 | 2025-12-31 |
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: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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 available EPA compliance records 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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