A81/100
DARE COUNTY WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 28,732 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NC0428030
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 469.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2019.
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 DARE COUNTY WATER SYSTEM
Is DARE COUNTY WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
DARE COUNTY WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of A (81/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has DARE COUNTY WATER SYSTEM detected?
66 contaminants were tested in DARE COUNTY WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does DARE COUNTY WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, DARE COUNTY WATER SYSTEM has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does DARE COUNTY WATER SYSTEM serve?
DARE COUNTY WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 28,732 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Kill Devil Hill.
What type of water does DARE COUNTY WATER SYSTEM provide?
DARE COUNTY WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NC0428030.
How does DARE COUNTY WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
DARE COUNTY WATER SYSTEM scores 81/100 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.