F0/100
REIDSVILLE, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 14,585 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0279020
Violations
67
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment Technique Violation
When: January 1, 2023 – March 31, 2023Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment Technique Violation
When: October 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Rule: Stage 1 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 – January 12, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – October 8, 2021Enforcement: 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 REIDSVILLE, CITY OF
Is REIDSVILLE, CITY OF water safe to drink?
REIDSVILLE, CITY OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 67 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has REIDSVILLE, CITY OF detected?
69 contaminants were tested in REIDSVILLE, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does REIDSVILLE, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, REIDSVILLE, CITY OF has 67 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include TT, MR, Other. 17 are health-based violations.
How many people does REIDSVILLE, CITY OF serve?
REIDSVILLE, CITY OF serves approximately 14,585 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Reidsville.
What type of water does REIDSVILLE, CITY OF provide?
REIDSVILLE, CITY 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 NC0279020.
How does REIDSVILLE, CITY OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
REIDSVILLE, CITY 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.