Water Quality in Beaufort, NC
33 water systems serving 10,364 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Beaufort water systems is 5.5 ppb (Moderate). The EPA action level is 15 ppb. 1 system have triggered action level violations.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 1465 |
| Health-based violations | 177 |
| Lead action level violations | 1 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Beaufort
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Beaufort tap water safe to drink?
Beaufort 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 Beaufort, North Carolina?
Beaufort has 33 public water systems serving approximately 10,364 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 5.5 ppb. There are 1465 total violations on record.
Does Beaufort have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 5.5 ppb across Beaufort's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. 1 system have triggered lead action level violations.
How many water utilities serve Beaufort?
33 public water systems are registered in Beaufort, North Carolina with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 10,364 people.