Health Violations Found NC 9 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Turner Farms Iii & Iv

EPA ID: NC0392331 · 757 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Compliance tracking for Turner Farms Iii & Iv shows 18 pending violations logged in the EPA system — the supplier delivers water to approximately 757 residents while those findings remain open.

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

D · 49
Avg Safety Score
757
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
29
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
8
Contaminants Flagged
$336K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 4 (2022) to 2 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Turner Farms Iii & Iv Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$87,183
Median Household Income
109,036
Service Area Population
10%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
30%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Turner Farms Iii & Iv serves a community with a median household income of $87,183 and an estimated 109,036 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Turner Farms Iii & Iv'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.

Elevated 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

35 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
36 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 49% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Turner Farms Iii & Iv compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 7 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Gross Alpha at 6 pCi/L exceeds the EPA maximum of pCi/L. Increased cancer risk from radioactive particles. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 4 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. 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 →

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

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B 1 violation
C 5 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,850
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $200
Total Estimated Cost $3,250

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $16,815

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$16,075
10 years
$32,150
20 years
$64,300

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,250 (one-time) vs. $32,150 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

Turner Farms Iii & Iv (EPA ID: NC0392331) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 757 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: D (49/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

9 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 18 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved
April 1, 2025 Combined Radium Monitoring Resolved
February 14, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
October 1, 2024 Gross Alpha Health-based Resolved
September 29, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2024 Gross Alpha Health-based Resolved
May 27, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved

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 7 No
Gross Alpha Radionuclides 6 Yes
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 6 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 4 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Combined Radium Radionuclides 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No

Health Risk Details

Gross Alpha Particle Activity (EPA limit: pCi/L)

Increased cancer risk from radioactive particles At-risk groups: long-term residents in areas with uranium or radium-rich geology, people on private wells in western US.

Removal methods: reverse osmosis, ion exchange (anion exchange for radium), lime softening. Find the right filter →

Lead & Copper

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

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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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

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 Turner Farms Iii & Iv (NC0392331) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Turner Farms Iii & Iv water safe to drink?

Turner Farms Iii & Iv has recorded 9 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Turner Farms Iii & Iv serve?

Turner Farms Iii & Iv serves approximately 757 people across 2 ZIP codes in North Carolina.

Where does Turner Farms Iii & Iv 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
65
Unknown Material
238
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.
Population served: 757
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

Is water from Turner Farms Iii & Iv safe to drink?
Turner Farms Iii & Iv has a D safety grade based on 29 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Turner Farms Iii & Iv's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Surface Water Treatment Rule, Gross Alpha, Stage 2 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 contaminants 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 Turner Farms Iii & Iv serve?
Turner Farms Iii & Iv serves approximately 757 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Turner Farms Iii & Iv's water source?
Turner Farms Iii & Iv draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Turner Farms Iii & Iv's service area?
The Turner Farms Iii & Iv service area has a median household income of $87,183. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Turner Farms Iii & Iv get its water?
Turner Farms Iii & Iv'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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