A92/100
CHERRYVILLE, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,353 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0136030
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
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 24, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – October 24, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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 CHERRYVILLE, CITY OF
Is CHERRYVILLE, CITY OF water safe to drink?
CHERRYVILLE, CITY OF water receives a grade of A (92/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CHERRYVILLE, CITY OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in CHERRYVILLE, CITY OF's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does CHERRYVILLE, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, CHERRYVILLE, CITY OF has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does CHERRYVILLE, CITY OF serve?
CHERRYVILLE, CITY OF serves approximately 6,353 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Cherryville.
What type of water does CHERRYVILLE, CITY OF provide?
CHERRYVILLE, CITY 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 NC0136030.
How does CHERRYVILLE, CITY OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
CHERRYVILLE, CITY OF scores 92/100 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.