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LOUISBURG, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 4,554 people · North Carolina

Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0235015
Violations
37

Contaminant Test Results

EPA Violation History

4

Violations (last 5yr)

0

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: April 1, 2023 – June 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: April 1, 2023 – June 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 LOUISBURG, TOWN OF

Is LOUISBURG, TOWN OF water safe to drink?

LOUISBURG, TOWN OF water receives a grade of D (27/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 37 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has LOUISBURG, TOWN OF detected?

21 contaminants were tested in LOUISBURG, TOWN OF's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.

Does LOUISBURG, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?

Yes, LOUISBURG, TOWN OF has 37 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 9 are health-based violations.

How many people does LOUISBURG, TOWN OF serve?

LOUISBURG, TOWN OF serves approximately 4,554 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Louisburg.

What type of water does LOUISBURG, TOWN OF provide?

LOUISBURG, TOWN 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 NC0235015.

How does LOUISBURG, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?

LOUISBURG, TOWN OF scores 27/100 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.

Cities Served

Louisburg