B77/100
PERQUIMANS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 12,320 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NC0472025
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024 – November 27, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – November 27, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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 PERQUIMANS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM
Is PERQUIMANS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
PERQUIMANS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of B (77/100), which is considered good. Out of 38 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PERQUIMANS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM detected?
38 contaminants were tested in PERQUIMANS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does PERQUIMANS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, PERQUIMANS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does PERQUIMANS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM serve?
PERQUIMANS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 12,320 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Hertford.
What type of water does PERQUIMANS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM provide?
PERQUIMANS 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 NC0472025.
How does PERQUIMANS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
PERQUIMANS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM scores 77/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our North Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.