F13/100
KING, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 23,370 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0285010
Violations
33
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 457.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (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, 2023 – March 6, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – November 9, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 KING, CITY OF
Is KING, CITY OF water safe to drink?
KING, CITY OF water receives a grade of F (13/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 33 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has KING, CITY OF detected?
69 contaminants were tested in KING, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does KING, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, KING, CITY OF has 33 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MR, Other, TT. 12 are health-based violations.
How many people does KING, CITY OF serve?
KING, CITY OF serves approximately 23,370 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: King.
What type of water does KING, CITY OF provide?
KING, 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 NC0285010.
How does KING, CITY OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
KING, CITY OF scores 13/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our North Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.