F19/100
BANNER ELK, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,164 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NC0106015
Violations
61
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2023 – March 7, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2022 – March 23, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About BANNER ELK, TOWN OF
Is BANNER ELK, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
BANNER ELK, TOWN OF water receives a grade of F (19/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 61 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BANNER ELK, TOWN OF detected?
2 contaminants were tested in BANNER ELK, TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BANNER ELK, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, BANNER ELK, TOWN OF has 61 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does BANNER ELK, TOWN OF serve?
BANNER ELK, TOWN OF serves approximately 1,164 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Banner Elk.
What type of water does BANNER ELK, TOWN OF provide?
BANNER ELK, TOWN OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NC0106015.
How does BANNER ELK, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
BANNER ELK, TOWN OF scores 19/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our North Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.