F0/100
NORWOOD, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,323 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0184015
Violations
51
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
3
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: April 25, 2025 – August 18, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: April 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 NORWOOD, TOWN OF
Is NORWOOD, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
NORWOOD, TOWN OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 51 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has NORWOOD, TOWN OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in NORWOOD, TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NORWOOD, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, NORWOOD, TOWN OF has 51 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MCL, TT. 13 are health-based violations.
How many people does NORWOOD, TOWN OF serve?
NORWOOD, TOWN OF serves approximately 4,323 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Norwood.
What type of water does NORWOOD, TOWN OF provide?
NORWOOD, 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 NC0184015.
How does NORWOOD, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
NORWOOD, 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.