A92/100
HARKERS ISLAND SANITARY DIST — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,586 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NC0416025
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2004.
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 HARKERS ISLAND SANITARY DIST
Is HARKERS ISLAND SANITARY DIST water safe to drink?
HARKERS ISLAND SANITARY DIST water receives a grade of A (92/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 27 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has HARKERS ISLAND SANITARY DIST detected?
27 contaminants were tested in HARKERS ISLAND SANITARY DIST's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HARKERS ISLAND SANITARY DIST have any EPA violations?
Yes, HARKERS ISLAND SANITARY DIST has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2004. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does HARKERS ISLAND SANITARY DIST serve?
HARKERS ISLAND SANITARY DIST serves approximately 2,586 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Harkers Island.
What type of water does HARKERS ISLAND SANITARY DIST provide?
HARKERS ISLAND SANITARY DIST sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NC0416025.
How does HARKERS ISLAND SANITARY DIST compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
HARKERS ISLAND SANITARY DIST scores 92/100 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.