F0/100
TYRRELL COUNTY WATER — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,177 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NC0489015
Violations
88
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
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 – November 13, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – November 13, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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, 2023 – March 24, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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 TYRRELL COUNTY WATER
Is TYRRELL COUNTY WATER water safe to drink?
TYRRELL COUNTY WATER water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 88 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has TYRRELL COUNTY WATER detected?
1 contaminants were tested in TYRRELL COUNTY WATER's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does TYRRELL COUNTY WATER have any EPA violations?
Yes, TYRRELL COUNTY WATER has 88 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, MR. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does TYRRELL COUNTY WATER serve?
TYRRELL COUNTY WATER serves approximately 3,177 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Columbia.
What type of water does TYRRELL COUNTY WATER provide?
TYRRELL COUNTY WATER sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NC0489015.
How does TYRRELL COUNTY WATER compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
TYRRELL COUNTY WATER 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.