A94/100
PASQUOTANK COUNTY WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 10,653 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NC0470015
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 661.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2016.
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 PASQUOTANK COUNTY WATER SYSTEM
Is PASQUOTANK COUNTY WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
PASQUOTANK COUNTY WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of A (94/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PASQUOTANK COUNTY WATER SYSTEM detected?
66 contaminants were tested in PASQUOTANK COUNTY WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PASQUOTANK COUNTY WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, PASQUOTANK COUNTY WATER SYSTEM has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does PASQUOTANK COUNTY WATER SYSTEM serve?
PASQUOTANK COUNTY WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 10,653 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Elizabeth City.
What type of water does PASQUOTANK COUNTY WATER SYSTEM provide?
PASQUOTANK COUNTY WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NC0470015.
How does PASQUOTANK COUNTY WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
PASQUOTANK COUNTY WATER SYSTEM scores 94/100 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.