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STOKES REGIONAL WATER CORP — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 3,530 people · North Carolina

Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0474060
Violations
59

Contaminant Test Results

1 contaminant above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
PFOA
0.006 µg/L0.004 µg/LOver Limit

EPA Violation History

8

Violations (last 5yr)

0

Unresolved

2

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 8, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved

Treatment technique violation

When: October 17, 2024 – November 8, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed to conduct Level 2 Assessment

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: July 9, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved

Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)

When: January 1, 2024 – March 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved

Failed to issue ongoing public notification

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: October 1, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: 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: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved

Surface water treatment technique failure

When: July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2021Enforcement: 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 STOKES REGIONAL WATER CORP

Is STOKES REGIONAL WATER CORP water safe to drink?

STOKES REGIONAL WATER CORP water receives a grade of F (17/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 59 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has STOKES REGIONAL WATER CORP detected?

31 contaminants were tested in STOKES REGIONAL WATER CORP's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does STOKES REGIONAL WATER CORP have any EPA violations?

Yes, STOKES REGIONAL WATER CORP has 59 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, MR. 4 are health-based violations.

How many people does STOKES REGIONAL WATER CORP serve?

STOKES REGIONAL WATER CORP serves approximately 3,530 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Stokes.

What type of water does STOKES REGIONAL WATER CORP provide?

STOKES REGIONAL WATER CORP 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 NC0474060.

How does STOKES REGIONAL WATER CORP compare to other utilities in North Carolina?

STOKES REGIONAL WATER CORP scores 17/100 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.

Cities Served

Stokes