Historical Compliance Records NC

Southhills Southwoods Sd

EPA ID: NC0351168 ยท 716 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Southhills Southwoods Sd (NC0351168): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. Beyond the 1 historical violation on Southhills Southwoods Sd's EPA record, nothing remains open - the utility is currently compliant and supplies water to 716 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

716
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
1
Contaminants Flagged
$326K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Southhills Southwoods Sd Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$86,426
Median Household Income
55,201
Service Area Population
10%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
27%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Southhills Southwoods Sd serves a community with a median household income of $86,426 and an estimated 55,201 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Southhills Southwoods Sd'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

36 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
34 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 51% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Southhills Southwoods Sd compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 8 detections recorded. 2 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†’

Comparable Water Systems

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714 people
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729 people
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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 $1,200
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,400 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Southhills Southwoods Sd (EPA ID: NC0351168) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 716 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 27529 in Garner.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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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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 Southhills Southwoods Sd (NC0351168) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Southhills Southwoods Sd water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Southhills Southwoods Sd; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Southhills Southwoods Sd serve?

Southhills Southwoods Sd serves approximately 716 people across 1 ZIP code in North Carolina.

Where does Southhills Southwoods Sd get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Southhills Southwoods Sd's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Southhills Southwoods Sd serve?
Southhills Southwoods Sd serves approximately 716 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Southhills Southwoods Sd's water source?
Southhills Southwoods Sd draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Southhills Southwoods Sd's service area?
The Southhills Southwoods Sd service area has a median household income of $86,426. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Southhills Southwoods Sd get its water?
Southhills Southwoods Sd'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Southhills Southwoods Sd (NC): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nc0351168/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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