A83/100
WILSON CO SOUTHWEST WATER DIST — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,370 people · North Carolina
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
NC4098012
Violations
13
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2024 – February 13, 2024Rule: Ground Water 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 WILSON CO SOUTHWEST WATER DIST
Is WILSON CO SOUTHWEST WATER DIST water safe to drink?
WILSON CO SOUTHWEST WATER DIST water receives a grade of A (83/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 51 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has WILSON CO SOUTHWEST WATER DIST detected?
51 contaminants were tested in WILSON CO SOUTHWEST WATER DIST's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does WILSON CO SOUTHWEST WATER DIST have any EPA violations?
Yes, WILSON CO SOUTHWEST WATER DIST has 13 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does WILSON CO SOUTHWEST WATER DIST serve?
WILSON CO SOUTHWEST WATER DIST serves approximately 5,370 people, North Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Wilson.
What type of water does WILSON CO SOUTHWEST WATER DIST provide?
WILSON CO SOUTHWEST WATER DIST sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is NC4098012.
How does WILSON CO SOUTHWEST WATER DIST compare to other utilities in North Carolina?
WILSON CO SOUTHWEST WATER DIST scores 83/100 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.