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HANDY SANITARY DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 9,548 people · North Carolina

Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
—
System ID
NC0229035
Violations
56

Contaminant Test Results

EPA Violation History

5

Violations (last 5yr)

0

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

TIER 3Resolved

Failed to conduct Level 2 Assessment

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

When: February 26, 2025Rule: Stage 2 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, 2025 – August 27, 2025Rule: 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: May 1, 2022 – May 31, 2022Rule: 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, 2022 – June 30, 2022Rule: 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 – April 18, 2022Rule: Ground Water 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 HANDY SANITARY DISTRICT

Is HANDY SANITARY DISTRICT water safe to drink?

HANDY SANITARY DISTRICT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 56 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has HANDY SANITARY DISTRICT detected?

34 contaminants were tested in HANDY SANITARY DISTRICT's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.

Does HANDY SANITARY DISTRICT have any EPA violations?

Yes, HANDY SANITARY DISTRICT has 56 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, MON, MCL. 15 are health-based violations.

How many people does HANDY SANITARY DISTRICT serve?

HANDY SANITARY DISTRICT serves approximately 9,548 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Denton.

What type of water does HANDY SANITARY DISTRICT provide?

HANDY SANITARY DISTRICT 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 NC0229035.

How does HANDY SANITARY DISTRICT compare to other utilities in North Carolina?

HANDY SANITARY DISTRICT scores 0/100 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.

Cities Served

Denton