F19/100
PLYMOUTH WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,243 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NC0494010
Violations
49
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
3
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 – January 7, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – January 7, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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, 2022 – March 16, 2022Rule: 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 PLYMOUTH WATER SYSTEM
Is PLYMOUTH WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
PLYMOUTH WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of F (19/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 49 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PLYMOUTH WATER SYSTEM detected?
31 contaminants were tested in PLYMOUTH WATER SYSTEM's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does PLYMOUTH WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, PLYMOUTH WATER SYSTEM has 49 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, MR. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does PLYMOUTH WATER SYSTEM serve?
PLYMOUTH WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 3,243 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Plymouth.
What type of water does PLYMOUTH WATER SYSTEM provide?
PLYMOUTH WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NC0494010.
How does PLYMOUTH WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
PLYMOUTH WATER SYSTEM scores 19/100 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.