Water System Report NC

Woodlake Water & Sewer Inc.

EPA ID: NC0363114 ยท 2,287 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Woodlake Water & Sewer Inc. (NC0363114): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Over five tracked years, Woodlake Water & Sewer Inc. has stayed completely violation-free for its 2,287 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,287
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$260K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Woodlake Water & Sewer Inc. Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$82,302
Median Household Income
31,072
Service Area Population
32%
Disadvantaged Population
55th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
28%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Woodlake Water & Sewer Inc. serves a community with a median household income of $82,302 and an estimated 31,072 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 32% 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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Woodlake Water & Sewer Inc.'s water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
25th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

24 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
44 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 35% 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. 16 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

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,500
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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 $2,100 (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

Woodlake Water & Sewer Inc. (EPA ID: NC0363114) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 2,287 people from surface water 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 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 $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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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 Woodlake Water & Sewer Inc. (NC0363114) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Woodlake Water & Sewer Inc. water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Woodlake Water & Sewer Inc. 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 Woodlake Water & Sewer Inc. serve?

Woodlake Water & Sewer Inc. serves approximately 2,287 people across 2 ZIP codes in North Carolina.

Where does Woodlake Water & Sewer Inc. get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Woodlake Water & Sewer Inc. meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Woodlake Water & Sewer Inc. serve?
Woodlake Water & Sewer Inc. serves approximately 2,287 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Woodlake Water & Sewer Inc.'s water source?
Woodlake Water & Sewer Inc. draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Woodlake Water & Sewer Inc.'s service area?
The Woodlake Water & Sewer Inc. service area has a median household income of $82,302. EPA EJScreen data classifies 32% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Woodlake Water & Sewer Inc. get its water?
Woodlake Water & Sewer Inc.'s water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Woodlake Water and Sewer Inc. Water Quality Report, NC. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nc0363114/
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