B78/100
BETHEL, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,640 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0474030
Violations
18
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: April 1, 2024 – June 30, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: April 1, 2024 – June 30, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 BETHEL, TOWN OF
Is BETHEL, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
BETHEL, TOWN OF water receives a grade of B (78/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BETHEL, TOWN OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in BETHEL, TOWN OF's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does BETHEL, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, BETHEL, TOWN OF has 18 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does BETHEL, TOWN OF serve?
BETHEL, TOWN OF serves approximately 1,640 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Bethel.
What type of water does BETHEL, TOWN OF provide?
BETHEL, TOWN OF sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NC0474030.
How does BETHEL, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
BETHEL, TOWN OF scores 78/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our North Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.