A94/100
BLUE RIDGE WATER ASSOCIATION — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,486 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0197030
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024 – May 9, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – May 9, 2025Rule: 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 BLUE RIDGE WATER ASSOCIATION
Is BLUE RIDGE WATER ASSOCIATION water safe to drink?
BLUE RIDGE WATER ASSOCIATION water receives a grade of A (94/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BLUE RIDGE WATER ASSOCIATION detected?
31 contaminants were tested in BLUE RIDGE WATER ASSOCIATION's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does BLUE RIDGE WATER ASSOCIATION have any EPA violations?
Yes, BLUE RIDGE WATER ASSOCIATION has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does BLUE RIDGE WATER ASSOCIATION serve?
BLUE RIDGE WATER ASSOCIATION serves approximately 8,486 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Hays.
What type of water does BLUE RIDGE WATER ASSOCIATION provide?
BLUE RIDGE WATER ASSOCIATION 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 NC0197030.
How does BLUE RIDGE WATER ASSOCIATION compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
BLUE RIDGE WATER ASSOCIATION scores 94/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our North Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.