Mcdowell House Rest Home
EPA ID: NC1056009 · 36 people served · 1 ZIP code
For the full five-year period covered by EPA monitoring, Mcdowell House Rest Home has supplied tap water to 36 residents with no violations of any type on record.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Mcdowell House Rest Home'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.
About 1% of homes in Burke 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
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System Overview
Mcdowell House Rest Home (EPA ID: NC1056009) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 36 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 28628 in Glen Alpine.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
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ZIP Codes Served
- 28628 — Glen Alpine
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Mcdowell House Rest Home (NC1056009) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mcdowell House Rest Home water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Mcdowell House Rest Home has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Mcdowell House Rest Home serve?
Mcdowell House Rest Home serves approximately 36 people across 1 ZIP code in North Carolina.
Where does Mcdowell House Rest Home get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.