F0/100
CARTHAGE, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,255 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0363025
Violations
178
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
Missed required monitoring deadline
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: May 1, 2024 – May 31, 2024Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: 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: January 1, 2023 – March 31, 2023Rule: 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 CARTHAGE, TOWN OF
Is CARTHAGE, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
CARTHAGE, TOWN OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 178 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CARTHAGE, TOWN OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in CARTHAGE, TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CARTHAGE, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, CARTHAGE, TOWN OF has 178 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 67 are health-based violations.
How many people does CARTHAGE, TOWN OF serve?
CARTHAGE, TOWN OF serves approximately 4,255 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Carthage.
What type of water does CARTHAGE, TOWN OF provide?
CARTHAGE, 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 NC0363025.
How does CARTHAGE, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
CARTHAGE, TOWN OF 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.