D36/100
WARREN COUNTY WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,654 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0293015
Violations
33
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 293.74 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
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 WARREN COUNTY WATER SYSTEM
Is WARREN COUNTY WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
WARREN COUNTY WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of D (36/100), which is considered poor. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 33 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has WARREN COUNTY WATER SYSTEM detected?
69 contaminants were tested in WARREN COUNTY WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, chlorate. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WARREN COUNTY WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, WARREN COUNTY WATER SYSTEM has 33 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does WARREN COUNTY WATER SYSTEM serve?
WARREN COUNTY WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 9,654 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Warrenton.
What type of water does WARREN COUNTY WATER SYSTEM provide?
WARREN COUNTY WATER SYSTEM 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 NC0293015.
How does WARREN COUNTY WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
WARREN COUNTY WATER SYSTEM scores 36/100 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.