Dillsboro Water Utilities, Inc.
EPA ID: NC1050043 · 37 people served · 1 ZIP code
Compliance tracking for Dillsboro Water Utilities, Inc. shows 1 pending violation logged in the EPA system — the supplier delivers water to approximately 37 residents while those findings remain open.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Dillsboro Water Utilities, Inc. Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade B
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Dillsboro Water Utilities, Inc.'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.
About 1% of homes in Jackson 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
Detected Contaminants
How Dillsboro Water Utilities, Inc. compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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System Overview
Dillsboro Water Utilities, Inc. (EPA ID: NC1050043) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 37 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 28725 in Dillsboro.
Average Home Safety Score: B (81/100)
Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.
Violation History
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2024 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Monitoring | Unresolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 1 | No |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:
| ZIP Code | Lead Level | Exceeds Limit | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28725 | 0.005 mg/L | No | N/A |
Radon Risk in Service Area
Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
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ZIP Codes Served
- 28725 — Dillsboro
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Dillsboro Water Utilities, Inc. (NC1050043) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dillsboro Water Utilities, Inc. water safe to drink?
Dillsboro Water Utilities, Inc. has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.
How many people does Dillsboro Water Utilities, Inc. serve?
Dillsboro Water Utilities, Inc. serves approximately 37 people across 1 ZIP code in North Carolina.
Where does Dillsboro Water Utilities, Inc. get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Lead Service Line Inventory
Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:
This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.
Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.
Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026
ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What You Can Do
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