B66/100
LUMBERTON, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 24,460 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0378010
Violations
10
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.007 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024 – October 18, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – October 18, 2024Rule: 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 LUMBERTON, CITY OF
Is LUMBERTON, CITY OF water safe to drink?
LUMBERTON, CITY OF water receives a grade of B (66/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, 2 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has LUMBERTON, CITY OF detected?
69 contaminants were tested in LUMBERTON, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LUMBERTON, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, LUMBERTON, CITY OF has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does LUMBERTON, CITY OF serve?
LUMBERTON, CITY OF serves approximately 24,460 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Lumberton.
What type of water does LUMBERTON, CITY OF provide?
LUMBERTON, 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 NC0378010.
How does LUMBERTON, CITY OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
LUMBERTON, CITY OF scores 66/100 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.