A84/100
WILLIAMSTON, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,650 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NC0459010
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
2
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 – December 16, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – December 16, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 WILLIAMSTON, TOWN OF
Is WILLIAMSTON, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
WILLIAMSTON, TOWN OF water receives a grade of A (84/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has WILLIAMSTON, TOWN OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in WILLIAMSTON, TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WILLIAMSTON, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, WILLIAMSTON, TOWN OF has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does WILLIAMSTON, TOWN OF serve?
WILLIAMSTON, TOWN OF serves approximately 7,650 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Williamston.
What type of water does WILLIAMSTON, TOWN OF provide?
WILLIAMSTON, TOWN OF 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 NC0459010.
How does WILLIAMSTON, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
WILLIAMSTON, TOWN OF scores 84/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our North Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.