F0/100
SPARTA, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,900 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0103010
Violations
247
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.05 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2021.
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 SPARTA, TOWN OF
Is SPARTA, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
SPARTA, TOWN OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 247 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SPARTA, TOWN OF detected?
2 contaminants were tested in SPARTA, TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SPARTA, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, SPARTA, TOWN OF has 247 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MON, MR, TT. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does SPARTA, TOWN OF serve?
SPARTA, TOWN OF serves approximately 1,900 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Sparta.
What type of water does SPARTA, TOWN OF provide?
SPARTA, TOWN OF sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NC0103010.
How does SPARTA, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
SPARTA, 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.