D30/100
BEECH MOUNTAIN, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,468 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0195104
Violations
31
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
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, 2024 – February 12, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Rule: Revised Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
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 BEECH MOUNTAIN, TOWN OF
Is BEECH MOUNTAIN, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
BEECH MOUNTAIN, TOWN OF water receives a grade of D (30/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 31 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BEECH MOUNTAIN, TOWN OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in BEECH MOUNTAIN, TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BEECH MOUNTAIN, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, BEECH MOUNTAIN, TOWN OF has 31 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 9 are health-based violations.
How many people does BEECH MOUNTAIN, TOWN OF serve?
BEECH MOUNTAIN, TOWN OF serves approximately 2,468 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Beech Mountain.
What type of water does BEECH MOUNTAIN, TOWN OF provide?
BEECH MOUNTAIN, TOWN OF sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NC0195104.
How does BEECH MOUNTAIN, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
BEECH MOUNTAIN, TOWN OF scores 30/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our North Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.