B65/100
GREENSBORO, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 319,588 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0241010
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.028 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFHxS | 0.015 µg/L | 0.010 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 250.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
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, 2025 – September 2, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Missed required monitoring deadline
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: November 1, 2022 – November 30, 2022Rule: Surface Water Treatment 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 GREENSBORO, CITY OF
Is GREENSBORO, CITY OF water safe to drink?
GREENSBORO, CITY OF water receives a grade of B (65/100), which is considered good. Out of 76 contaminants tested, 3 exceed EPA legal limits. 4 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has GREENSBORO, CITY OF detected?
76 contaminants were tested in GREENSBORO, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFHxS, PFOA, chlorate. 3 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GREENSBORO, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, GREENSBORO, CITY OF has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, RPT, Other.
How many people does GREENSBORO, CITY OF serve?
GREENSBORO, CITY OF serves approximately 319,588 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Greensboro.
What type of water does GREENSBORO, CITY OF provide?
GREENSBORO, CITY 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 NC0241010.
How does GREENSBORO, CITY OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
GREENSBORO, CITY OF scores 65/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our North Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.