Water System Report NC

Deerhurst Mhc

EPA ID: NC0392082 · 432 people served · 1 ZIP code

Water monitoring history at Deerhurst Mhc shows a clean slate — EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 432 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

432
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$288K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Deerhurst Mhc Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$76,710
Median Household Income
26,745
Service Area Population
10%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
41%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Deerhurst Mhc serves a community with a median household income of $76,710 and an estimated 26,745 residents across its service area. Approximately 41% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Deerhurst Mhc'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

About 1% of homes in Wake County, North Carolina rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

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

29 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
41 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 41% 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. 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,500

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 $2,500 (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

Deerhurst Mhc (EPA ID: NC0392082) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 432 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 27591 in Wendell.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Deerhurst Mhc (NC0392082) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Deerhurst Mhc water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Deerhurst Mhc has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Deerhurst Mhc serve?

Deerhurst Mhc serves approximately 432 people across 1 ZIP code in North Carolina.

Where does Deerhurst Mhc get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
19
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Reporting compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 2E.
Compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 4G.
Population served: 432
Reported to North Carolina

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Deerhurst Mhc meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Deerhurst Mhc serve?
Deerhurst Mhc serves approximately 432 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Deerhurst Mhc's water source?
Deerhurst Mhc draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Deerhurst Mhc's service area?
The Deerhurst Mhc service area has a median household income of $76,710. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Deerhurst Mhc get its water?
Deerhurst Mhc'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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