Water Quality in Cary, NC
795 water systems serving 456,119 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Cary water systems is 1.6 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb. 9 systems have triggered action level violations.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 72429 |
| Health-based violations | 6069 |
| Lead action level violations | 9 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Cary
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cary tap water safe to drink?
Cary 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 Cary, North Carolina?
Cary has 795 public water systems serving approximately 456,119 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 1.6 ppb. There are 72429 total violations on record.
Does Cary have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 1.6 ppb across Cary's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. 9 systems have triggered lead action level violations.
How many water utilities serve Cary?
795 public water systems are registered in Cary, North Carolina with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 456,119 people.