Water System Report NC

Deerchase S/d

EPA ID: NC0392389 · 757 people served · 6 ZIP codes

In the most recent five-year monitoring window, Deerchase S/d posted zero EPA violations serving 757 residents.

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

757
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$442K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

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

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$122,258
Median Household Income
240,193
Service Area Population
14%
Disadvantaged Population
33th
Poverty Percentile
27th
Energy Burden Percentile
15%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Deerchase S/d serves a community with a median household income of $122,258 and an estimated 240,193 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Deerchase 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
25th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
57th
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.

Infrastructure Risk

25 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
41 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 38% 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. 32 detections recorded. 8 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 →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in North Carolina

D 29 violations
Winton, Town of
756 people
0 violations
0 violations
Woodland, Town of
747 people
B 1 violation
C 5 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,100
PFAS Treatment $500
Water Filtration $400
Radon Mitigation $333
Total Estimated Cost $2,333

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 $2,333 (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

Deerchase S/d (EPA ID: NC0392389) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 757 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

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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ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 4 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 2 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Deerchase S/d (NC0392389) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Deerchase S/d water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Deerchase S/d has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Deerchase S/d serve?

Deerchase S/d serves approximately 757 people across 6 ZIP codes in North Carolina.

Where does Deerchase S/d get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Deerchase 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 Deerchase S/d serve?
Deerchase S/d serves approximately 757 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is Deerchase S/d's water source?
Deerchase S/d draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Deerchase S/d's service area?
The Deerchase S/d service area has a median household income of $122,258. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Deerchase S/d get its water?
Deerchase 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.
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