Neuse Regional Wtr & Swr Authority
EPA ID: NC6054001 · 0 people served · 5 ZIP codes
Zero EPA violations over five years — Neuse Regional Wtr & Swr Authority has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 0.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Demographics
The Neuse Regional Wtr & Swr Authority serves a community with a median household income of $50,650 and an estimated 51,701 residents across its service area. Approximately 62% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 71% 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.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Neuse Regional Wtr & Swr Authority'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 2% of homes in Lenoir 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
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 35 detections recorded. 10 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in North Carolina
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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.
System Overview
Neuse Regional Wtr & Swr Authority (EPA ID: NC6054001) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 0 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Neuse Regional Wtr & Swr Authority (NC6054001) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Neuse Regional Wtr & Swr Authority water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Neuse Regional Wtr & Swr Authority has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Neuse Regional Wtr & Swr Authority serve?
Neuse Regional Wtr & Swr Authority serves approximately 0 people across 5 ZIP codes in North Carolina.
Where does Neuse Regional Wtr & Swr Authority get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.