D21/100
WEST CARTERET WATER CORP — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 19,512 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
NC0416040
Violations
19
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.22 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2008.
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 WEST CARTERET WATER CORP
Is WEST CARTERET WATER CORP water safe to drink?
WEST CARTERET WATER CORP water receives a grade of D (21/100), which is considered poor. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 19 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has WEST CARTERET WATER CORP detected?
67 contaminants were tested in WEST CARTERET WATER CORP's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WEST CARTERET WATER CORP have any EPA violations?
Yes, WEST CARTERET WATER CORP has 19 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2008. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 13 are health-based violations.
How many people does WEST CARTERET WATER CORP serve?
WEST CARTERET WATER CORP serves approximately 19,512 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Newport.
What type of water does WEST CARTERET WATER CORP provide?
WEST CARTERET WATER CORP sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NC0416040.
How does WEST CARTERET WATER CORP compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
WEST CARTERET WATER CORP scores 21/100 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.