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RED SPRINGS, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 4,423 people · North Carolina

Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NC0378015
Violations
28

Contaminant Test Results

EPA Violation History

5

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 12, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved

Treatment technique violation

When: October 17, 2024 – November 12, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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: April 1, 2024 – June 30, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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: April 1, 2024 – June 30, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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, 2022 – May 20, 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 RED SPRINGS, TOWN OF

Is RED SPRINGS, TOWN OF water safe to drink?

RED SPRINGS, TOWN OF water receives a grade of B (68/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.

What contaminants has RED SPRINGS, TOWN OF detected?

31 contaminants were tested in RED SPRINGS, TOWN OF's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.

Does RED SPRINGS, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?

Yes, RED SPRINGS, TOWN OF has 28 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, MR. 1 are health-based violations.

How many people does RED SPRINGS, TOWN OF serve?

RED SPRINGS, TOWN OF serves approximately 4,423 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Red Springs.

What type of water does RED SPRINGS, TOWN OF provide?

RED SPRINGS, TOWN OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NC0378015.

How does RED SPRINGS, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?

RED SPRINGS, TOWN OF scores 68/100 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.

Cities Served

Red Springs