B65/100
KINSTON, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 27,475 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
—
System ID
NC0454010
Violations
12
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.009 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 470.00 µg/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 21, 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 KINSTON, CITY OF
Is KINSTON, CITY OF water safe to drink?
KINSTON, CITY OF water receives a grade of B (65/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, 2 exceed EPA legal limits. 3 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has KINSTON, CITY OF detected?
69 contaminants were tested in KINSTON, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, chlorate. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does KINSTON, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, KINSTON, CITY OF has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does KINSTON, CITY OF serve?
KINSTON, CITY OF serves approximately 27,475 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Kinston.
What type of water does KINSTON, CITY OF provide?
KINSTON, CITY 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 NC0454010.
How does KINSTON, CITY OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
KINSTON, CITY OF scores 65/100 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.