Water Quality in Burlington, NC
145 water systems serving 77,565 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Burlington water systems is 2.4 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb. 1 system have triggered action level violations.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 7566 |
| Health-based violations | 546 |
| Lead action level violations | 1 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Burlington
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Burlington tap water safe to drink?
Burlington 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 Burlington, North Carolina?
Burlington has 145 public water systems serving approximately 77,565 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 2.4 ppb. There are 7566 total violations on record.
Does Burlington have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 2.4 ppb across Burlington's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. 1 system have triggered lead action level violations.
How many water utilities serve Burlington?
145 public water systems are registered in Burlington, North Carolina with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 77,565 people.