Monitoring Violations NC

Mobile Estates

EPA ID: NC4392162 · 690 people served · 6 ZIP codes

Dating back across the full five-year EPA tracking window, Mobile Estates encountered 2 violations, each subsequently remedied and closed — today the utility meets all federal drinking water requirements for the 690 residents in its service area and holds no open enforcement actions.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

C · 60
Avg Safety Score
690
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.022 mg/L
Max Lead Level — Exceeds Limit
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
2
Contaminants Flagged
$360K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2022) to 1 (2024). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Mobile Estates Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$92,692
Median Household Income
101,299
Service Area Population
18%
Disadvantaged Population
43th
Poverty Percentile
47th
Energy Burden Percentile
33%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Mobile Estates serves a community with a median household income of $92,692 and an estimated 101,299 residents across its service area.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Mobile Estates'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
47th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Wake 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

36 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
32 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 53% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Mobile Estates compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 37 detections recorded. 8 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 →

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 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

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $483
Radon Mitigation $133
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $1,917

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.)

Lead Exposure — Child Lifetime Cost $10,000

Per affected child (EPA est.)

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,445
10 years
$10,890
20 years
$21,780

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,917 (one-time) vs. $10,890 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

MOBILE ESTATES (EPA ID: NC4392162) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 690 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (60/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

2 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
January 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 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
28459 0.022 mg/L Yes N/A
Lead exceeds EPA action level in at least one sampling location. Consider using a certified NSF/ANSI 53 or NSF/ANSI 58 filter rated for lead removal.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 2 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 4 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Mobile Estates (NC4392162) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mobile Estates water safe to drink?

Mobile Estates has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Mobile Estates serve?

Mobile Estates serves approximately 690 people across 6 ZIP codes in North Carolina.

Where does Mobile Estates 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:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
277
Confirmed Non-Lead

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.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 690
Reported to North Carolina

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Mobile Estates safe to drink?
Mobile Estates has a C safety grade based on 2 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Mobile Estates's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Revised Total Coliform Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 contaminants 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 Mobile Estates serve?
Mobile Estates serves approximately 690 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is Mobile Estates's water source?
Mobile Estates draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Mobile Estates's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.022 mg/L. This exceeds the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. A lead-certified filter is recommended, especially for homes with young children.
What is the demographic profile of Mobile Estates's service area?
The Mobile Estates service area has a median household income of $92,692. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Mobile Estates get its water?
Mobile Estates'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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 →

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

Mobile Estates (EPA ID: NC4392162) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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