F0/100
TOPSAIL BEACH, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,584 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NC0471020
Violations
91
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.57 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
6
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
6
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2022 – September 30, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: April 1, 2022 – June 30, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2022 – March 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2021 – September 30, 2021Rule: 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 TOPSAIL BEACH, TOWN OF
Is TOPSAIL BEACH, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
TOPSAIL BEACH, TOWN OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 91 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has TOPSAIL BEACH, TOWN OF detected?
2 contaminants were tested in TOPSAIL BEACH, TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TOPSAIL BEACH, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, TOPSAIL BEACH, TOWN OF has 91 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MCL, MR, Other. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does TOPSAIL BEACH, TOWN OF serve?
TOPSAIL BEACH, TOWN OF serves approximately 3,584 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Topsail Beach.
What type of water does TOPSAIL BEACH, TOWN OF provide?
TOPSAIL BEACH, TOWN OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NC0471020.
How does TOPSAIL BEACH, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
TOPSAIL BEACH, 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.