A93/100
TWO RIVERS UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 93,877 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0136010
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2013.
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 TWO RIVERS UTILITIES
Is TWO RIVERS UTILITIES water safe to drink?
TWO RIVERS UTILITIES water receives a grade of A (93/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has TWO RIVERS UTILITIES detected?
69 contaminants were tested in TWO RIVERS UTILITIES's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TWO RIVERS UTILITIES have any EPA violations?
Yes, TWO RIVERS UTILITIES has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2013. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does TWO RIVERS UTILITIES serve?
TWO RIVERS UTILITIES serves approximately 93,877 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Gastonia.
What type of water does TWO RIVERS UTILITIES provide?
TWO RIVERS UTILITIES 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 NC0136010.
How does TWO RIVERS UTILITIES compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
TWO RIVERS UTILITIES scores 93/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our North Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.