F14/100
GRIFTON, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,982 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0474035
Violations
62
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.011 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 GRIFTON, TOWN OF
Is GRIFTON, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
GRIFTON, TOWN OF water receives a grade of F (14/100), which is considered failing. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 62 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has GRIFTON, TOWN OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in GRIFTON, TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GRIFTON, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, GRIFTON, TOWN OF has 62 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does GRIFTON, TOWN OF serve?
GRIFTON, TOWN OF serves approximately 2,982 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Grifton.
What type of water does GRIFTON, TOWN OF provide?
GRIFTON, TOWN OF 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 NC0474035.
How does GRIFTON, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
GRIFTON, TOWN OF scores 14/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our North Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.