Water System Report NC

Tanglewood Estates S/d

EPA ID: NC0326342 ยท 309 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Tanglewood Estates S/d (NC0326342): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. With a five-year violation-free history, Tanglewood Estates S/d delivers safe water to 309 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

309
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0017 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$211K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Tanglewood Estates S/d Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$64,194
Median Household Income
83,019
Service Area Population
43%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
34%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Tanglewood Estates S/d serves a community with a median household income of $64,194 and an estimated 83,019 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 43% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Tanglewood Estates 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

32 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
39 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 45% 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. 18 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.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $2,150
PFAS Treatment $600
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $2,900

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 $2,900 (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

Tanglewood Estates S/d (EPA ID: NC0326342) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 309 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0017 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.

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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 Tanglewood Estates S/d (NC0326342) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tanglewood Estates S/d water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Tanglewood Estates 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 Tanglewood Estates S/d serve?

Tanglewood Estates S/d serves approximately 309 people across 2 ZIP codes in North Carolina.

Where does Tanglewood Estates S/d get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Tanglewood Estates S/d meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Tanglewood Estates S/d serve?
Tanglewood Estates S/d serves approximately 309 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Tanglewood Estates S/d's water source?
Tanglewood Estates S/d draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Tanglewood Estates S/d's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0017 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Tanglewood Estates S/d's service area?
The Tanglewood Estates S/d service area has a median household income of $64,194. EPA EJScreen data classifies 43% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Tanglewood Estates S/d get its water?
Tanglewood Estates 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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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