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NORTHERN NASH WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 1,694 people · North Carolina

Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC4064035
Violations
7

Contaminant Test Results

EPA Violation History

7

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, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved

Surface water treatment technique failure

When: July 1, 2024 – December 23, 2024Enforcement: Formal — state order issued
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, 2024 – February 7, 2024Rule: 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: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring Violation

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

When: July 1, 2023 – July 31, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring / Reporting Violation

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

When: April 1, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring / Reporting Violation

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

When: October 1, 2022 – December 2, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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 NORTHERN NASH WATER DISTRICT

Is NORTHERN NASH WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?

NORTHERN NASH WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (93/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.

What contaminants has NORTHERN NASH WATER DISTRICT detected?

1 contaminants were tested in NORTHERN NASH WATER DISTRICT's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.

Does NORTHERN NASH WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?

Yes, NORTHERN NASH WATER DISTRICT has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, Other, MON.

How many people does NORTHERN NASH WATER DISTRICT serve?

NORTHERN NASH WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 1,694 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Dortches.

What type of water does NORTHERN NASH WATER DISTRICT provide?

NORTHERN NASH WATER DISTRICT sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NC4064035.

How does NORTHERN NASH WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in North Carolina?

NORTHERN NASH WATER DISTRICT scores 93/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our North Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.

Cities Served

Dortches