Historical Compliance Records NC 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Eastern Pines Water Corporation

EPA ID: NC0474015 ยท 23,000 people served ยท 7 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Eastern Pines Water Corporation (NC0474015): 1 past health-based violation, since resolved. While 2 violations did appear in Eastern Pines Water Corporation's five-year monitoring record, none remain unresolved - the utility has returned to full compliance and continues to serve approximately 23,000 residents under all current EPA drinking water standards.

Data: EPA SDWIS

B ยท 79
Avg Safety Score
23,000
People Served
7
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
1
Contaminants Flagged
$131K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Eastern Pines Water Corporation Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$54,534
Median Household Income
114,951
Service Area Population
51%
Disadvantaged Population
54th
Poverty Percentile
63th
Energy Burden Percentile
42%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Eastern Pines Water Corporation serves a community with a median household income of $54,534 and an estimated 114,951 residents across its service area. Approximately 42% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 51% 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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Eastern Pines Water Corporation'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
19th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
31th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

35 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
34 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 51% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Eastern Pines Water Corporation compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 2 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. 49 detections recorded. 14 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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in North Carolina

Chatham Company-north
23,088 people
3 violations
City of King
23,370 people
B 5 violations
B 1 violation
0 violations
City of Shelby
23,600 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,629
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $171
Water Filtration $86
Total Estimated Cost $2,486

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 $2,486 (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

Eastern Pines Water Corporation (EPA ID: NC0474015) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 23,000 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 7 ZIP codes across 7 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: B (79/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 2 of 7 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 2 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 2 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
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP 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
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes

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 $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 Eastern Pines Water Corporation (NC0474015) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eastern Pines Water Corporation water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Eastern Pines Water Corporation; its 2 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Eastern Pines Water Corporation serve?

Eastern Pines Water Corporation serves approximately 23,000 people across 7 ZIP codes in North Carolina.

Where does Eastern Pines Water Corporation get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Above Current MCL

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). One or more PFAS compounds were measured above the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
91
Detections
18
Latest sample
5/7/2024
Highest analyte
PFOS: 10.4 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOS 10.4 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFPeA 7.4 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFBA 6.5 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 6.4 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFOA 6.1 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFHxS 5.3 ppt 10 ppt Below current MCL

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

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

Is water from Eastern Pines Water Corporation safe to drink?
Eastern Pines Water Corporation earns a B safety grade with 2 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Eastern Pines Water Corporation's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 2 DBP 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 Eastern Pines Water Corporation serve?
Eastern Pines Water Corporation serves approximately 23,000 people with drinking water across 7 ZIP codes.
What is Eastern Pines Water Corporation's water source?
Eastern Pines Water Corporation draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Eastern Pines Water Corporation's service area?
The Eastern Pines Water Corporation service area has a median household income of $54,534. EPA EJScreen data classifies 51% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Eastern Pines Water Corporation get its water?
Eastern Pines Water Corporation'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. 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.). Eastern Pines Water Corporation (NC): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nc0474015/
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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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