A89/100
FAIRFIELD HARBOUR — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,514 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NC0425132
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/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 FAIRFIELD HARBOUR
Is FAIRFIELD HARBOUR water safe to drink?
FAIRFIELD HARBOUR water receives a grade of A (89/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has FAIRFIELD HARBOUR detected?
31 contaminants were tested in FAIRFIELD HARBOUR's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FAIRFIELD HARBOUR have any EPA violations?
Yes, FAIRFIELD HARBOUR has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MCL, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does FAIRFIELD HARBOUR serve?
FAIRFIELD HARBOUR serves approximately 5,514 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Bridgeton.
What type of water does FAIRFIELD HARBOUR provide?
FAIRFIELD HARBOUR sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NC0425132.
How does FAIRFIELD HARBOUR compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
FAIRFIELD HARBOUR scores 89/100 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.