North Carolina
Water Quality Report
76 Good
Average Score
76/100
Water Systems
470
Population
9.2M
Violations
6 all resolved
Score Distribution
2 A
1 B
3 C
0 D
0 F
Top Contaminant Violations
| Contaminant | Violations |
|---|---|
| Gross Alpha Particle Activity | 1 |
| Barium | 1 |
| Chloramine | 1 |
| Selenium | 1 |
| Fluoride | 1 |
Lowest Scoring Water Systems
53
City of Raleigh Public Utilities C
NC0392010 Raleigh, NC 474,069 served
61
Wake County Water System C
NC0392011 Raleigh, NC 200,000 served
69
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Utilities C
NC0132011 Charlotte, NC 500,000 served
73
City of Durham Water Management B
NC0319030 Durham, NC 283,506 served
97
City of Greensboro Water Resources A
NC0341015 Greensboro, NC 299,035 served
Counties in North Carolina
Cities in North Carolina
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is tap water in North Carolina safe to drink?
North Carolina has an average WaterQ score of 76/100 across 470 public water systems. Safety can vary by city and system, so check your local report for recent violations and contaminants.
How many water systems are in North Carolina?
WaterQ currently tracks 470 public water systems in North Carolina.
Where can I compare cities in North Carolina?
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