Water System Report NC

Tuckahoe S/d

EPA ID: NC0392333 ยท 221 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Tuckahoe S/d (NC0392333): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Five clean years on EPA record - Tuckahoe S/d, 221 residents served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

221
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0027 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$442K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Tuckahoe S/d Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$129,340
Median Household Income
8,908
Service Area Population
10%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
7%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Tuckahoe S/d serves a community with a median household income of $129,340 and an estimated 8,908 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Tuckahoe S/d'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

9 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
56 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 14% 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. 5 detections recorded. 1 exceeds 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

Eagle Creek S/d
223 people
2 violations
0 violations
Timberline Shores
224 people
0 violations
Middleton S/d
218 people
1 violation
16 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,000

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 $1,000 (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

Tuckahoe S/d (EPA ID: NC0392333) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 221 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 27571 in Rolesville.

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
0.0027 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 Tuckahoe S/d (NC0392333) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tuckahoe S/d water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Tuckahoe S/d 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 Tuckahoe S/d serve?

Tuckahoe S/d serves approximately 221 people across 1 ZIP code in North Carolina.

Where does Tuckahoe S/d get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Tuckahoe S/d meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Tuckahoe S/d serve?
Tuckahoe S/d serves approximately 221 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Tuckahoe S/d's water source?
Tuckahoe S/d draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Tuckahoe S/d's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0027 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Tuckahoe S/d's service area?
The Tuckahoe S/d service area has a median household income of $129,340. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Tuckahoe S/d get its water?
Tuckahoe S/d'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.). Tuckahoe S/d Water Quality Report, NC. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nc0392333/
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