TapSafetyReport
C41/100

FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER & SEWER — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 26,060 people · North Carolina

Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
—
System ID
NC0235030
Violations
35

Contaminant Test Results

EPA Violation History

8

Violations (last 5yr)

1

Unresolved

3

Health-Related

TIER 2Unresolved

Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)

When: July 1, 2025 – September 30, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issuedVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved

Failed to conduct Level 2 Assessment

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: February 28, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved

Failed to conduct Level 2 Assessment

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: November 29, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
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 21, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved

Treatment technique violation

When: October 17, 2024 – October 21, 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
TIER 3Resolved

Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure

When: October 20, 2023 – January 19, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved

Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)

When: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER & SEWER

Is FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER & SEWER water safe to drink?

FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER & SEWER water receives a grade of C (41/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 35 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER & SEWER detected?

4 contaminants were tested in FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER & SEWER's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.

Does FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER & SEWER have any EPA violations?

Yes, FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER & SEWER has 35 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MCL, MR, RPT. 6 are health-based violations.

How many people does FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER & SEWER serve?

FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER & SEWER serves approximately 26,060 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Franklinton.

What type of water does FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER & SEWER provide?

FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER & SEWER 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 NC0235030.

How does FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER & SEWER compare to other utilities in North Carolina?

FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER & SEWER scores 41/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our North Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.

Cities Served

Franklinton