D23/100
HOLLY SPRINGS, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 51,947 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
—
System ID
NC0392050
Violations
39
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.010 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 400.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
1,4-dioxane | 5.60 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: February 11, 2024 – February 15, 2024Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2024 – February 20, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 11, 2022 – January 12, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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 HOLLY SPRINGS, TOWN OF
Is HOLLY SPRINGS, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
HOLLY SPRINGS, TOWN OF water receives a grade of D (23/100), which is considered poor. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 39 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HOLLY SPRINGS, TOWN OF detected?
69 contaminants were tested in HOLLY SPRINGS, TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, chlorate, 1,4-dioxane. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HOLLY SPRINGS, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, HOLLY SPRINGS, TOWN OF has 39 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, MR, Other. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does HOLLY SPRINGS, TOWN OF serve?
HOLLY SPRINGS, TOWN OF serves approximately 51,947 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Holly Springs.
What type of water does HOLLY SPRINGS, TOWN OF provide?
HOLLY SPRINGS, 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 NC0392050.
How does HOLLY SPRINGS, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
HOLLY SPRINGS, TOWN OF scores 23/100 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.