C41/100
HARRISBURG, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 20,549 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0113025
Violations
28
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.010 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 220.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2021 – September 30, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 HARRISBURG, TOWN OF
Is HARRISBURG, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
HARRISBURG, TOWN OF water receives a grade of C (41/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 28 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HARRISBURG, TOWN OF detected?
69 contaminants were tested in HARRISBURG, TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, chlorate. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HARRISBURG, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, HARRISBURG, TOWN OF has 28 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MCL, MR, Other. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does HARRISBURG, TOWN OF serve?
HARRISBURG, TOWN OF serves approximately 20,549 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Harrisburg.
What type of water does HARRISBURG, TOWN OF provide?
HARRISBURG, 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 NC0113025.
How does HARRISBURG, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
HARRISBURG, TOWN OF scores 41/100 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.