D31/100
HENDERSONVILLE, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 79,278 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0145010
Violations
69
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
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: January 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025Rule: 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 HENDERSONVILLE, CITY OF
Is HENDERSONVILLE, CITY OF water safe to drink?
HENDERSONVILLE, CITY OF water receives a grade of D (31/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 69 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HENDERSONVILLE, CITY OF detected?
69 contaminants were tested in HENDERSONVILLE, CITY OF's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does HENDERSONVILLE, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, HENDERSONVILLE, CITY OF has 69 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does HENDERSONVILLE, CITY OF serve?
HENDERSONVILLE, CITY OF serves approximately 79,278 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Hendersonville.
What type of water does HENDERSONVILLE, CITY OF provide?
HENDERSONVILLE, CITY OF 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 NC0145010.
How does HENDERSONVILLE, CITY OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
HENDERSONVILLE, CITY OF scores 31/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our North Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.