Historical Compliance Records NC

Meadow Ridge S/d

EPA ID: NC0392363 ยท 453 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Meadow Ridge S/d (NC0392363): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. Meadow Ridge S/d's record shows 1 remedied violation - all cleared, currently compliant, 453 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

453
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
1
Contaminants Flagged
$509K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$98,441
Median Household Income
64,723
Service Area Population
10%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
27%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Meadow Ridge S/d serves a community with a median household income of $98,441 and an estimated 64,723 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Meadow Ridge 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

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
31 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 56% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Meadow Ridge S/d compares to EPA limits

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. 9 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

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Ashley Hills S/d
453 people
1 violation
1 violation
Ridgehaven S/d
455 people
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Fox Ridge S/d
457 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,500
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $550
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $3,050

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 $3,050 (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

Meadow Ridge S/d (EPA ID: NC0392363) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 453 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 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
July 1, 2024 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
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.

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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 Meadow Ridge S/d (NC0392363) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Meadow Ridge S/d water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Meadow Ridge S/d; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Meadow Ridge S/d serve?

Meadow Ridge S/d serves approximately 453 people across 2 ZIP codes in North Carolina.

Where does Meadow Ridge S/d get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Meadow Ridge S/d's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule. 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 Meadow Ridge S/d serve?
Meadow Ridge S/d serves approximately 453 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Meadow Ridge S/d's water source?
Meadow Ridge S/d draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Meadow Ridge S/d's service area?
The Meadow Ridge S/d service area has a median household income of $98,441. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Meadow Ridge S/d get its water?
Meadow Ridge 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.). Meadow Ridge S/d (NC): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nc0392363/
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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

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