C46/100
THE VILLAGE OF BALD HEAD ISLAND — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,291 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0410130
Violations
34
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.80 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – November 9, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – October 14, 2021Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 THE VILLAGE OF BALD HEAD ISLAND
Is THE VILLAGE OF BALD HEAD ISLAND water safe to drink?
THE VILLAGE OF BALD HEAD ISLAND water receives a grade of C (46/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 34 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has THE VILLAGE OF BALD HEAD ISLAND detected?
5 contaminants were tested in THE VILLAGE OF BALD HEAD ISLAND's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does THE VILLAGE OF BALD HEAD ISLAND have any EPA violations?
Yes, THE VILLAGE OF BALD HEAD ISLAND has 34 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does THE VILLAGE OF BALD HEAD ISLAND serve?
THE VILLAGE OF BALD HEAD ISLAND serves approximately 3,291 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Bald Head Island.
What type of water does THE VILLAGE OF BALD HEAD ISLAND provide?
THE VILLAGE OF BALD HEAD ISLAND 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 NC0410130.
How does THE VILLAGE OF BALD HEAD ISLAND compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
THE VILLAGE OF BALD HEAD ISLAND scores 46/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our North Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.