B61/100
MADISON, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,116 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0279030
Violations
27
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
2
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: October 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Enforcement: 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 MADISON, TOWN OF
Is MADISON, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
MADISON, TOWN OF water receives a grade of B (61/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MADISON, TOWN OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in MADISON, TOWN OF's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does MADISON, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, MADISON, TOWN OF has 27 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does MADISON, TOWN OF serve?
MADISON, TOWN OF serves approximately 2,116 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Madison.
What type of water does MADISON, TOWN OF provide?
MADISON, 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 NC0279030.
How does MADISON, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
MADISON, TOWN OF scores 61/100 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.