B77/100
HERTFORD WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,145 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NC0472010
Violations
19
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024 – November 1, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – November 1, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – September 19, 2021Enforcement: 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 HERTFORD WATER SYSTEM
Is HERTFORD WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
HERTFORD WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of B (77/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has HERTFORD WATER SYSTEM detected?
1 contaminants were tested in HERTFORD WATER SYSTEM's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does HERTFORD WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, HERTFORD WATER SYSTEM has 19 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, Other. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does HERTFORD WATER SYSTEM serve?
HERTFORD WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 2,145 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Hertford.
What type of water does HERTFORD WATER SYSTEM provide?
HERTFORD WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NC0472010.
How does HERTFORD WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
HERTFORD WATER SYSTEM scores 77/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our North Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.