Historical Compliance Records NC

Colvard Farms S/d

EPA ID: NC4019004 ยท 365 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Colvard Farms S/d (NC4019004): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. Since the flagged events, Colvard Farms S/d resolved all 1 violation - compliant today, 365 residents served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

365
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0019 mg/L
Max Lead Level
1
Contaminants Flagged
$476K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Colvard Farms S/d Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$110,861
Median Household Income
87,085
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
35th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
27%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Colvard Farms S/d serves a community with a median household income of $110,861 and an estimated 87,085 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Colvard Farms S/d'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
45th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

34 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
36 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 49% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Colvard Farms S/d compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

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.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 8 detections recorded. 4 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†’

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in North Carolina

Alan Acres
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Greymoss S/d
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Misty Mountain
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,500
Radon Mitigation $600
PFAS Treatment $600
Water Filtration $450
Total Estimated Cost $3,150

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 $3,150 (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

Colvard Farms S/d (EPA ID: NC4019004) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 365 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
January 1, 2026 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved

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 evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0019 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.

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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 Colvard Farms S/d (NC4019004) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Colvard Farms S/d water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Colvard Farms S/d; 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 Colvard Farms S/d serve?

Colvard Farms S/d serves approximately 365 people across 2 ZIP codes in North Carolina.

Where does Colvard Farms S/d get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Colvard Farms S/d's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM). 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 Colvard Farms S/d serve?
Colvard Farms S/d serves approximately 365 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Colvard Farms S/d's water source?
Colvard Farms S/d draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Colvard Farms S/d's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0019 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Colvard Farms S/d's service area?
The Colvard Farms S/d service area has a median household income of $110,861. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Colvard Farms S/d get its water?
Colvard Farms S/d'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.). Colvard Farms S/d (NC): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nc4019004/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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3

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