D35/100
FRANKLIN, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,650 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0157010
Violations
49
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.017 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Other non-health-based violation
When: December 10, 2024 – February 19, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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 – November 20, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – November 20, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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, TOWN OF
Is FRANKLIN, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
FRANKLIN, TOWN OF water receives a grade of D (35/100), which is considered poor. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 49 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has FRANKLIN, TOWN OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in FRANKLIN, TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FRANKLIN, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, FRANKLIN, TOWN OF has 49 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include TT, RPT, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does FRANKLIN, TOWN OF serve?
FRANKLIN, TOWN OF serves approximately 9,650 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Franklin.
What type of water does FRANKLIN, TOWN OF provide?
FRANKLIN, TOWN OF sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NC0157010.
How does FRANKLIN, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
FRANKLIN, TOWN OF scores 35/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our North Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.