F0/100
CAROLINA BEACH WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,864 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NC0465015
Violations
278
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.58 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.006 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – November 14, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: April 27, 2022 – July 25, 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 CAROLINA BEACH WATER SYSTEM
Is CAROLINA BEACH WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
CAROLINA BEACH WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 278 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CAROLINA BEACH WATER SYSTEM detected?
67 contaminants were tested in CAROLINA BEACH WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CAROLINA BEACH WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, CAROLINA BEACH WATER SYSTEM has 278 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does CAROLINA BEACH WATER SYSTEM serve?
CAROLINA BEACH WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 6,864 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Carolina Beach.
What type of water does CAROLINA BEACH WATER SYSTEM provide?
CAROLINA BEACH WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NC0465015.
How does CAROLINA BEACH WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
CAROLINA BEACH WATER SYSTEM scores 0/100 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.