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GATES COUNTY WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 11,621 people · North Carolina

Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NC0437020
Violations
17

Contaminant Test Results

EPA Violation History

7

Violations (last 5yr)

0

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

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

When: January 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

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

When: January 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved

Failed to issue ongoing public notification

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

When: October 1, 2024Rule: Ground Water 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: June 1, 2023 – June 30, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

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

When: April 1, 2023 – June 30, 2023Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
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, 2022 – March 21, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Surface water treatment technique failure

When: July 1, 2021 – October 21, 2021Enforcement: 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 GATES COUNTY WATER SYSTEM

Is GATES COUNTY WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?

GATES COUNTY WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of A (83/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 48 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.

What contaminants has GATES COUNTY WATER SYSTEM detected?

48 contaminants were tested in GATES COUNTY WATER SYSTEM's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.

Does GATES COUNTY WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?

Yes, GATES COUNTY WATER SYSTEM has 17 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, MON, Other.

How many people does GATES COUNTY WATER SYSTEM serve?

GATES COUNTY WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 11,621 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Gatesville.

What type of water does GATES COUNTY WATER SYSTEM provide?

GATES 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 NC0437020.

How does GATES COUNTY WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in North Carolina?

GATES COUNTY WATER SYSTEM scores 83/100 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.

Cities Served

Gatesville