F0/100
MARSHALL, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,402 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NC0158015
Violations
84
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.80 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
4
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, 2025 – August 11, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: 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: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – November 9, 2022Enforcement: 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 MARSHALL, TOWN OF
Is MARSHALL, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
MARSHALL, TOWN OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 84 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MARSHALL, TOWN OF detected?
2 contaminants were tested in MARSHALL, TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MARSHALL, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, MARSHALL, TOWN OF has 84 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, Other, TT. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does MARSHALL, TOWN OF serve?
MARSHALL, TOWN OF serves approximately 1,402 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Marshall.
What type of water does MARSHALL, TOWN OF provide?
MARSHALL, TOWN OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NC0158015.
How does MARSHALL, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
MARSHALL, TOWN OF scores 0/100 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.