F0/100
CHATHAM CO-SW CHATHAM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,470 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0319050
Violations
76
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – October 23, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 – October 23, 2024Rule: 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 CHATHAM CO-SW CHATHAM
Is CHATHAM CO-SW CHATHAM water safe to drink?
CHATHAM CO-SW CHATHAM water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 76 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CHATHAM CO-SW CHATHAM detected?
1 contaminants were tested in CHATHAM CO-SW CHATHAM's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does CHATHAM CO-SW CHATHAM have any EPA violations?
Yes, CHATHAM CO-SW CHATHAM has 76 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include TT, RPT, MR. 50 are health-based violations.
How many people does CHATHAM CO-SW CHATHAM serve?
CHATHAM CO-SW CHATHAM serves approximately 2,470 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Pittsboro.
What type of water does CHATHAM CO-SW CHATHAM provide?
CHATHAM CO-SW CHATHAM 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 NC0319050.
How does CHATHAM CO-SW CHATHAM compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
CHATHAM CO-SW CHATHAM 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.