A97/100
JOHNSTON CO-EAST — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 22,967 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC4051018
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – October 14, 2021Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 JOHNSTON CO-EAST
Is JOHNSTON CO-EAST water safe to drink?
JOHNSTON CO-EAST water receives a grade of A (97/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 54 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has JOHNSTON CO-EAST detected?
54 contaminants were tested in JOHNSTON CO-EAST's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does JOHNSTON CO-EAST have any EPA violations?
Yes, JOHNSTON CO-EAST has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other.
How many people does JOHNSTON CO-EAST serve?
JOHNSTON CO-EAST serves approximately 22,967 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Smithfield.
What type of water does JOHNSTON CO-EAST provide?
JOHNSTON CO-EAST 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 NC4051018.
How does JOHNSTON CO-EAST compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
JOHNSTON CO-EAST scores 97/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our North Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.