F17/100
MAXTON, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,598 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NC0378035
Violations
28
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 3.03 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.013 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
5
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
4
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024Enforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: June 7, 2024 – June 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: April 1, 2024 – June 30, 2024Enforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2024 – March 31, 2024Enforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Enforcement: 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 MAXTON, TOWN OF
Is MAXTON, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
MAXTON, TOWN OF water receives a grade of F (17/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 28 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MAXTON, TOWN OF detected?
32 contaminants were tested in MAXTON, TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MAXTON, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, MAXTON, TOWN OF has 28 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MCL, Other, MON. 11 are health-based violations.
How many people does MAXTON, TOWN OF serve?
MAXTON, TOWN OF serves approximately 2,598 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Maxton.
What type of water does MAXTON, TOWN OF provide?
MAXTON, TOWN OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NC0378035.
How does MAXTON, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
MAXTON, TOWN OF scores 17/100 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.