Ocean Aire Estates
EPA ID: NC0410140 · 302 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Ocean Aire Estates (NC0410140): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Ocean Aire Estates has come through without a single EPA violation - a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 302 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Ocean Aire Estates Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Ocean Aire Estates serves a community with a median household income of $72,840 and an estimated 12,923 residents across its service area.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Ocean Aire Estates's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 9 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in North Carolina
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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.
System Overview
Ocean Aire Estates (EPA ID: NC0410140) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 302 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 28467 in Calabash.
Violation History
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.
Radon Risk in Service Area
Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
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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.
- 28467 - Calabash
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Ocean Aire Estates (NC0410140) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ocean Aire Estates water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Ocean Aire Estates 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 Ocean Aire Estates serve?
Ocean Aire Estates serves approximately 302 people across 1 ZIP code in North Carolina.
Where does Ocean Aire Estates get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Ocean Aire Estates Water Quality Report, NC. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nc0410140/
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