A96/100
KILL DEVIL HILLS, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,200 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
NC0428015
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
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, 2022 – March 16, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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 KILL DEVIL HILLS, TOWN OF
Is KILL DEVIL HILLS, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
KILL DEVIL HILLS, TOWN OF water receives a grade of A (96/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has KILL DEVIL HILLS, TOWN OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in KILL DEVIL HILLS, TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does KILL DEVIL HILLS, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, KILL DEVIL HILLS, TOWN OF has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR.
How many people does KILL DEVIL HILLS, TOWN OF serve?
KILL DEVIL HILLS, TOWN OF serves approximately 7,200 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Kill Devil Hill.
What type of water does KILL DEVIL HILLS, TOWN OF provide?
KILL DEVIL HILLS, TOWN OF sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NC0428015.
How does KILL DEVIL HILLS, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
KILL DEVIL HILLS, TOWN OF scores 96/100 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.