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Salisbury, North Carolina Water Quality Report

Water quality data for 7 water systems serving 52,758 people.

50
Fair
out of 100

Water Source

7
Water Systems
53K
People Served
Surface water, Ground water
Water Source

Detected Contaminants

ContaminantDetected LevelEPA Limit (MCL)Health Guideline% of LimitStatus
PFHxA0.005 No federal limit1000.0 ug/L(EWG)
0%
Below guideline
PFOS0.004 0.004 ug/L0.300 ug/L(EWG)
110%
Above limit
PFPeA0.003 No federal limit1000.0 ug/L(EWG)
0%
Below guideline

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your water supply, these filtration systems are recommended:

Reverse Osmosis (RO)

Reverse osmosis systems remove up to 99% of PFAS compounds. Recommended for homes with detected PFAS.

Up to 99% PFAS removal

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Compliance & Violations

Active Violations (6)

66

Jan 1, 2025

moderate

66

Jan 1, 2025

moderate

75

Feb 22, 2018

minor

75

Feb 22, 2018

minor

75

May 1, 2014

minor

75

May 1, 2014

minor

Resolved Violations (494)

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

+ 489 more resolved violations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Salisbury tap water safe to drink?

Salisbury's water has 1 contaminant detected above EPA limits. While the water is treated, residents may want to consider additional filtration.

What contaminants are in Salisbury tap water?

3 contaminants have been detected in Salisbury's water supply across 7 water systems. See the full contaminant table above for details.

How can I improve my water quality in Salisbury?

Install a water filter rated for the specific contaminants found in Salisbury's water. See our filter recommendations above. You can also request your utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current test results.

Does Salisbury have any water quality violations?

Yes, Salisbury currently has 120 active violations. See the violations section above for details.