F0/100
CHINA GROVE, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,895 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0180040
Violations
92
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.015 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
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 CHINA GROVE, TOWN OF
Is CHINA GROVE, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
CHINA GROVE, TOWN OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 92 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CHINA GROVE, TOWN OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in CHINA GROVE, TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CHINA GROVE, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, CHINA GROVE, TOWN OF has 92 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does CHINA GROVE, TOWN OF serve?
CHINA GROVE, TOWN OF serves approximately 4,895 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: China Grove.
What type of water does CHINA GROVE, TOWN OF provide?
CHINA GROVE, TOWN OF 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 NC0180040.
How does CHINA GROVE, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
CHINA GROVE, 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.