Water Quality in Asheville, NC
99 water systems serving 184,304 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Asheville water systems is 3.3 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb. 2 systems have triggered action level violations.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 7808 |
| Health-based violations | 500 |
| Lead action level violations | 2 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Asheville
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Asheville tap water safe to drink?
Asheville tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants. Review the individual water system pages below for the latest lead sample results and violation history.
What is the water quality in Asheville, North Carolina?
Asheville has 99 public water systems serving approximately 184,304 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 3.3 ppb. There are 7808 total violations on record.
Does Asheville have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 3.3 ppb across Asheville's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. 2 systems have triggered lead action level violations.
How many water utilities serve Asheville?
99 public water systems are registered in Asheville, North Carolina with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 184,304 people.