A80/100
GREENVILLE UTILITIES COMM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 103,140 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0474010
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: May 1, 2025 – May 31, 2025Rule: 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 GREENVILLE UTILITIES COMM
Is GREENVILLE UTILITIES COMM water safe to drink?
GREENVILLE UTILITIES COMM water receives a grade of A (80/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 76 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has GREENVILLE UTILITIES COMM detected?
76 contaminants were tested in GREENVILLE UTILITIES COMM's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GREENVILLE UTILITIES COMM have any EPA violations?
Yes, GREENVILLE UTILITIES COMM has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MON, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does GREENVILLE UTILITIES COMM serve?
GREENVILLE UTILITIES COMM serves approximately 103,140 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Greenville.
What type of water does GREENVILLE UTILITIES COMM provide?
GREENVILLE UTILITIES COMM 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 NC0474010.
How does GREENVILLE UTILITIES COMM compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
GREENVILLE UTILITIES COMM scores 80/100 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.