Water Quality in Lillington, NC
Lillington's water has 1 contaminant above health guidelines. Consider using a certified water filter for additional protection.
Utility
HARNETT REGIONAL WATER
People Served
109,415
MCL Violations
0
Last Updated
Feb 27, 2025
Quick Summary
Contaminants Detected
⚠️ Contaminants Above Health Guidelines (1)
Nickel
What is Nickel?
Naturally occurring metal that can be found in tap water primarily due to the leaching of nickel alloys in plumbing and fixtures. It is primarily used to make stainless steel and other alloys used for coins, jewelry, and appliances. Approximately 10-20% of the population is sensitive to nickel, which may cause a skin rash after exposure through contact or ingestion.
Health Effects
Health protective benchmarks for nickel in drinking water are based on adverse developmental effects. The most common adverse health effect of nickel in humans is an allergic reaction that causes a skin rash, either by skin contact or through oral ingestion. Approximately 10-20% of the population is sensitive to nickel.
Affected Organs
Common Sources
Understanding the Data
This data comes from your local water utility testing. The bar charts compare detected levels against health guidelines (HGL). Contaminants above the health guideline are shown by default and may require filtration. All other tested contaminants are within safe levels and can be viewed by expanding the section above.
Recommended Water Filters for Lillington
Based on Lillington's water quality data, these NSF-certified filters are recommended to remove contaminants above health guidelines.
GHP Group Inc.
VRO-3Q VRO-3Q
NSF Certified:
Daily Production
20.3 gpd
Removes 15 contaminants:
Arsenic, Barium, Cadmium, Chromium (Total), Chromium (VI) +10 more
GHP Group Inc.
PUN3RO PUN3RO
NSF Certified:
Daily Production
23.3 gpd
Removes 15 contaminants:
Arsenic, Barium, Cadmium, Chromium (Total), Chromium (VI) +10 more
![SGLP200-CL-BP[G] SGLP200-CL-BP[G]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fm.media-amazon.com%2Fimages%2FI%2F51RfqOPD5ZL._SX522_.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
Solventum Purification Inc.
SGLP200-CL-BP[G] SGLP200-CL-BP[G]
NSF Certified:
Capacity
150001 gal
Filter Life
500 mo
Flow Rate
1 gpm
Removes 5 contaminants:
Chloramine, Chlorine (Free), Chlorine (Total), Chlorine Dioxide, Total Dissolved Solids
![CMTRO-75[G] CMTRO-75[G]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fm.media-amazon.com%2Fimages%2FI%2F61r8aJRwE8L._AC_SX522_.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
Solventum Purification Inc.
CMTRO-75[G] CMTRO-75[G]
NSF Certified:
Daily Production
23.59 gpd
Removes 15 contaminants:
Arsenic, Barium, Cadmium, Chromium (Total), Chromium (VI) +10 more
Frequently Asked Questions
Lillington's water has 1 contaminant above health guidelines. While the water meets federal legal limits, we recommend using a certified water filter for additional protection, especially for vulnerable populations like children, pregnant women, and those with compromised immune systems.