F0/100
FOXFIRE VILLAGE, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,782 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NC0363479
Violations
169
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.013 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: June 5, 2025 – July 15, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2024Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: April 1, 2024Rule: Total Coliform 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 FOXFIRE VILLAGE, TOWN OF
Is FOXFIRE VILLAGE, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
FOXFIRE VILLAGE, TOWN OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 169 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has FOXFIRE VILLAGE, TOWN OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in FOXFIRE VILLAGE, TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FOXFIRE VILLAGE, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, FOXFIRE VILLAGE, TOWN OF has 169 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, RPT, MR. 29 are health-based violations.
How many people does FOXFIRE VILLAGE, TOWN OF serve?
FOXFIRE VILLAGE, TOWN OF serves approximately 1,782 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Foxfire Village.
What type of water does FOXFIRE VILLAGE, TOWN OF provide?
FOXFIRE VILLAGE, TOWN OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NC0363479.
How does FOXFIRE VILLAGE, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
FOXFIRE VILLAGE, 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.