A90/100
CALDWELL COUNTY WATER--WEST — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,662 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0114045
Violations
10
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, 2022 – June 30, 2022Rule: 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, 2022 – June 30, 2022Rule: 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 CALDWELL COUNTY WATER--WEST
Is CALDWELL COUNTY WATER--WEST water safe to drink?
CALDWELL COUNTY WATER--WEST water receives a grade of A (90/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CALDWELL COUNTY WATER--WEST detected?
31 contaminants were tested in CALDWELL COUNTY WATER--WEST's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does CALDWELL COUNTY WATER--WEST have any EPA violations?
Yes, CALDWELL COUNTY WATER--WEST has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does CALDWELL COUNTY WATER--WEST serve?
CALDWELL COUNTY WATER--WEST serves approximately 8,662 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Hudson.
What type of water does CALDWELL COUNTY WATER--WEST provide?
CALDWELL COUNTY WATER--WEST 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 NC0114045.
How does CALDWELL COUNTY WATER--WEST compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
CALDWELL COUNTY WATER--WEST scores 90/100 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.