F0/100
TABOR CITY, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,277 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
—
System ID
NC0424015
Violations
109
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
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, 2025Rule: 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: March 1, 2023 – May 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 TABOR CITY, TOWN OF
Is TABOR CITY, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
TABOR CITY, TOWN OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 109 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has TABOR CITY, TOWN OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in TABOR CITY, TOWN OF's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does TABOR CITY, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, TABOR CITY, TOWN OF has 109 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does TABOR CITY, TOWN OF serve?
TABOR CITY, TOWN OF serves approximately 3,277 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Tabor City.
What type of water does TABOR CITY, TOWN OF provide?
TABOR CITY, 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 NC0424015.
How does TABOR CITY, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
TABOR 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.