Historical Compliance Records NC

Pebble Bay

EPA ID: NC2018008 ยท 587 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Pebble Bay (NC2018008): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. Pebble Bay recorded 1 EPA violation over the past five years, all of which have since been resolved - the utility is currently in compliance serving 587 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

587
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.01 mg/L
Max Lead Level
1
Contaminants Flagged
$451K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Pebble Bay Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$104,408
Median Household Income
33,467
Service Area Population
39%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
45th
Energy Burden Percentile
32%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Pebble Bay serves a community with a median household income of $104,408 and an estimated 33,467 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 39% 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

Pebble Bay'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

24 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
44 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 35% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Pebble Bay compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 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. 3 detections recorded. 1 exceeds 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

1 violation
Saddle Run S/d
589 people
1 violation
Gibson, Town of
589 people
3 violations
9 violations
Stone Hollow S/d
582 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $300
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $2,050

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 $2,050 (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

Pebble Bay (EPA ID: NC2018008) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 587 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 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
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment 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
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.01 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

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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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Pebble Bay (NC2018008) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pebble Bay water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Pebble Bay; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Pebble Bay serve?

Pebble Bay serves approximately 587 people across 2 ZIP codes in North Carolina.

Where does Pebble Bay get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Pebble Bay's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment 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 Pebble Bay serve?
Pebble Bay serves approximately 587 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Pebble Bay's water source?
Pebble Bay draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Pebble Bay's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.01 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Pebble Bay's service area?
The Pebble Bay service area has a median household income of $104,408. EPA EJScreen data classifies 39% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Pebble Bay get its water?
Pebble Bay'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Pebble Bay (NC): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nc2018008/
BibTeX
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  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Pebble Bay (NC): 1 EPA Violation}},
  year   = {n.d.},
  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nc2018008/}
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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

Pebble Bay (EPA ID: NC2018008) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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