Historical Compliance Records NC

Pinebluff, Town of

EPA ID: NC0363030 ยท 2,054 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Pinebluff, Town of (NC0363030): 2 EPA violations in the last five years. Even though Pinebluff, Town of accumulated 2 violations over five years, all have been formally resolved - the provider currently meets EPA standards for 2,054 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,054
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
2
Contaminants Flagged
$255K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Pinebluff, Town of Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$72,050
Median Household Income
21,907
Service Area Population
34%
Disadvantaged Population
55th
Poverty Percentile
57th
Energy Burden Percentile
40%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Pinebluff, Town of serves a community with a median household income of $72,050 and an estimated 21,907 residents across its service area. Approximately 40% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 34% 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

Pinebluff, Town of'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
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

33 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
37 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 47% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Pinebluff, Town of compares to EPA limits

Gross Beta 1 pCi/L (2% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 50 pCi/L

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. 13 detections recorded. 4 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

Similar-sized systems in North Carolina

Ellerbe Town of
2,050 people
15 violations
1 violation
Chapel Ridge S/d
2,098 people
0 violations
0 violations
Boonville, Town of
2,007 people
25 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $750
PFAS Treatment $450
Water Filtration $225
Total Estimated Cost $1,425

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 $1,425 (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

Pinebluff, Town of (EPA ID: NC0363030) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 2,054 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 2 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 2 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
January 1, 2025 Gross Beta Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 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
Gross Beta Radionuclides 1 No
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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Pinebluff, Town of (NC0363030) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pinebluff, Town of water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Pinebluff, Town of; its 2 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Pinebluff, Town of serve?

Pinebluff, Town of serves approximately 2,054 people across 4 ZIP codes in North Carolina.

Where does Pinebluff, Town of get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Pinebluff, Town of's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule, Gross Beta. 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 Pinebluff, Town of serve?
Pinebluff, Town of serves approximately 2,054 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Pinebluff, Town of's water source?
Pinebluff, Town of draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Pinebluff, Town of's service area?
The Pinebluff, Town of service area has a median household income of $72,050. EPA EJScreen data classifies 34% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Pinebluff, Town of get its water?
Pinebluff, Town of'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.). Pinebluff, Town of (NC): 2 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nc0363030/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Pinebluff, Town of (EPA ID: NC0363030) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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