C48/100
WESTERN CAROLINA UNIV WTP — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,800 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0150116
Violations
44
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 11, 2023Rule: Total Coliform 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 WESTERN CAROLINA UNIV WTP
Is WESTERN CAROLINA UNIV WTP water safe to drink?
WESTERN CAROLINA UNIV WTP water receives a grade of C (48/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 44 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has WESTERN CAROLINA UNIV WTP detected?
34 contaminants were tested in WESTERN CAROLINA UNIV WTP's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does WESTERN CAROLINA UNIV WTP have any EPA violations?
Yes, WESTERN CAROLINA UNIV WTP has 44 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include RPT, MCL, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does WESTERN CAROLINA UNIV WTP serve?
WESTERN CAROLINA UNIV WTP serves approximately 7,800 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Cullowhee.
What type of water does WESTERN CAROLINA UNIV WTP provide?
WESTERN CAROLINA UNIV WTP 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 NC0150116.
How does WESTERN CAROLINA UNIV WTP compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
WESTERN CAROLINA UNIV WTP scores 48/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our North Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.