F0/100
SILER CITY, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,520 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0319010
Violations
55
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
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
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: January 1, 2022 – March 1, 2022Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2022 – January 31, 2022Rule: Total Coliform 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 SILER CITY, TOWN OF
Is SILER CITY, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
SILER CITY, TOWN OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 55 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SILER CITY, TOWN OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in SILER CITY, TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SILER CITY, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, SILER CITY, TOWN OF has 55 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR, MON, Other. 29 are health-based violations.
How many people does SILER CITY, TOWN OF serve?
SILER CITY, TOWN OF serves approximately 8,520 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Siler City.
What type of water does SILER CITY, TOWN OF provide?
SILER CITY, TOWN 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 NC0319010.
How does SILER CITY, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
SILER CITY, TOWN 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.