C40/100
HAVELOCK WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 14,925 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NC0425015
Violations
21
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 581.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2006.
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 HAVELOCK WATER SYSTEM
Is HAVELOCK WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
HAVELOCK WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (40/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 21 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HAVELOCK WATER SYSTEM detected?
66 contaminants were tested in HAVELOCK WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HAVELOCK WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, HAVELOCK WATER SYSTEM has 21 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2006. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 9 are health-based violations.
How many people does HAVELOCK WATER SYSTEM serve?
HAVELOCK WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 14,925 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Havelock.
What type of water does HAVELOCK WATER SYSTEM provide?
HAVELOCK WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NC0425015.
How does HAVELOCK WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
HAVELOCK WATER SYSTEM scores 40/100 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.