Current Health-Based Noncompliance NC 5 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Maple Hill Water District

EPA ID: NC0471025 ยท 968 people served ยท 5 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Maple Hill Water District (NC0471025): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. With 1 unresolved EPA violation, Maple Hill Water District is currently out of full compliance - approximately 968 people in its service area.

Data: EPA SDWIS

968
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
5
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
1
Contaminants Flagged
$206K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Maple Hill Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$66,860
Median Household Income
60,754
Service Area Population
41%
Disadvantaged Population
56th
Poverty Percentile
58th
Energy Burden Percentile
35%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Maple Hill Water District serves a community with a median household income of $66,860 and an estimated 60,754 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 41% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Maple Hill Water District'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
28th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

30 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
39 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 43% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Maple Hill Water District compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 5 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 16 detections recorded.

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†’

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

Find a certified water filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in North Carolina

Wagram, Town of
965 people
8 violations
0 violations
Magnolia, Town of
980 people
6 violations
Bostic, Town of
953 people
5 violations
Bunn, Town of
950 people
5 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Lead Pipe Replacement PFAS Treatment Water Filtration Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $2,220
Lead Pipe Replacement $624
PFAS Treatment $400
Water Filtration $300
Radon Mitigation $80
Total Estimated Cost $3,624

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $10,315

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
$10,325
10 years
$20,650
20 years
$41,300

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,624 (one-time) vs. $20,650 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

Maple Hill Water District (EPA ID: NC0471025) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 968 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Violation History

1 current health-based noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 4 resolved, 0 archived, 1 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
April 1, 2026 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Addressed (current)
April 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 5 Yes

Health Risk Details

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)

Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ†’

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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Maple Hill Water District (NC0471025) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maple Hill Water District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current health-based noncompliance record for Maple Hill Water District. Review the utility's current notices and EPA record. This system-level compliance history cannot determine conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Maple Hill Water District serve?

Maple Hill Water District serves approximately 968 people across 5 ZIP codes in North Carolina.

Where does Maple Hill Water District get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Maple Hill Water District's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5). 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 Maple Hill Water District serve?
Maple Hill Water District serves approximately 968 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Maple Hill Water District's water source?
Maple Hill Water District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Maple Hill Water District's service area?
The Maple Hill Water District service area has a median household income of $66,860. EPA EJScreen data classifies 41% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Maple Hill Water District get its water?
Maple Hill Water District'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Maple Hill Water District (NC): 5 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nc0471025/
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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

Maple Hill Water District (EPA ID: NC0471025) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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