C55/100
HARNETT REGIONAL WATER — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 116,892 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0343045
Violations
11
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.012 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.008 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 290.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
1,4-dioxane | 2.50 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2015.
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 HARNETT REGIONAL WATER
Is HARNETT REGIONAL WATER water safe to drink?
HARNETT REGIONAL WATER water receives a grade of C (55/100), which is considered fair. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 11 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HARNETT REGIONAL WATER detected?
69 contaminants were tested in HARNETT REGIONAL WATER's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, chlorate, 1,4-dioxane. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HARNETT REGIONAL WATER have any EPA violations?
Yes, HARNETT REGIONAL WATER has 11 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does HARNETT REGIONAL WATER serve?
HARNETT REGIONAL WATER serves approximately 116,892 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Lillington.
What type of water does HARNETT REGIONAL WATER provide?
HARNETT REGIONAL WATER 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 NC0343045.
How does HARNETT REGIONAL WATER compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
HARNETT REGIONAL WATER scores 55/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our North Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.