A81/100
ROANOKE RAPIDS SANITARY DIST — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 15,630 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0442010
Violations
11
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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 ROANOKE RAPIDS SANITARY DIST
Is ROANOKE RAPIDS SANITARY DIST water safe to drink?
ROANOKE RAPIDS SANITARY DIST water receives a grade of A (81/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ROANOKE RAPIDS SANITARY DIST detected?
69 contaminants were tested in ROANOKE RAPIDS SANITARY DIST's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ROANOKE RAPIDS SANITARY DIST have any EPA violations?
Yes, ROANOKE RAPIDS SANITARY DIST has 11 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include RPT, MR, Other.
How many people does ROANOKE RAPIDS SANITARY DIST serve?
ROANOKE RAPIDS SANITARY DIST serves approximately 15,630 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Roanoke Rapids.
What type of water does ROANOKE RAPIDS SANITARY DIST provide?
ROANOKE RAPIDS SANITARY DIST 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 NC0442010.
How does ROANOKE RAPIDS SANITARY DIST compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
ROANOKE RAPIDS SANITARY DIST scores 81/100 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.