F0/100
WAYNE WATER DISTRICTS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 39,403 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
NC0496065
Violations
167
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 – October 24, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – October 24, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Enforcement: 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 WAYNE WATER DISTRICTS
Is WAYNE WATER DISTRICTS water safe to drink?
WAYNE WATER DISTRICTS water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 167 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has WAYNE WATER DISTRICTS detected?
66 contaminants were tested in WAYNE WATER DISTRICTS's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does WAYNE WATER DISTRICTS have any EPA violations?
Yes, WAYNE WATER DISTRICTS has 167 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, MR. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does WAYNE WATER DISTRICTS serve?
WAYNE WATER DISTRICTS serves approximately 39,403 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Goldsboro.
What type of water does WAYNE WATER DISTRICTS provide?
WAYNE WATER DISTRICTS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NC0496065.
How does WAYNE WATER DISTRICTS compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
WAYNE WATER DISTRICTS 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.