B68/100
CFPUA-WILMINGTON — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 198,740 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0465010
Violations
14
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 220.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
1,4-dioxane | 0.380 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 CFPUA-WILMINGTON
Is CFPUA-WILMINGTON water safe to drink?
CFPUA-WILMINGTON water receives a grade of B (68/100), which is considered good. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CFPUA-WILMINGTON detected?
76 contaminants were tested in CFPUA-WILMINGTON's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate, 1,4-dioxane. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CFPUA-WILMINGTON have any EPA violations?
Yes, CFPUA-WILMINGTON has 14 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include Other, MR, MON. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does CFPUA-WILMINGTON serve?
CFPUA-WILMINGTON serves approximately 198,740 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Wilmington.
What type of water does CFPUA-WILMINGTON provide?
CFPUA-WILMINGTON 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 NC0465010.
How does CFPUA-WILMINGTON compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
CFPUA-WILMINGTON scores 68/100 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.