D20/100
TRYON, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,494 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0175010
Violations
72
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
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.
TIER 3Unresolved
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.
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – March 20, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 – March 20, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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 TRYON, TOWN OF
Is TRYON, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
TRYON, TOWN OF water receives a grade of D (20/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 72 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has TRYON, TOWN OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in TRYON, TOWN OF's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does TRYON, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, TRYON, TOWN OF has 72 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, TT, RPT. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does TRYON, TOWN OF serve?
TRYON, TOWN OF serves approximately 5,494 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Tryon.
What type of water does TRYON, TOWN OF provide?
TRYON, TOWN OF sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NC0175010.
How does TRYON, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
TRYON, TOWN OF scores 20/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our North Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.