Kinston, North Carolina: Is the Tap Water Safe to Drink?
2026 EPA water quality data for 3 community water systems serving 43,219+ residents. See violations, PFAS results, lead test results, and safety grades — free.
Is Kinston Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Kinston has 3 community water systems. 1 of 3 graded system meets all EPA standards (grade A or B), while 2 have recorded violations. No active health-based violations are currently open. Check individual system reports below for specifics.
Kinston Water Quality Overview
Kinston, North Carolina is served by 3 community water systems providing water to approximately 43,219 residents. These systems draw from surface water purchased (2), groundwater (1) sources. Kinston water systems have no recorded health-based violations. Including monitoring and reporting violations, there are 20 total violations on record.
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Kinston Drinking Water: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kinston, North Carolina tap water safe to drink?
Kinston has 3 community water systems. 1 of 3 graded system meets all EPA standards (grade A or B), while 2 have recorded violations. No active health-based violations are currently open. Check individual system reports below for specifics.
How many water utilities serve Kinston, North Carolina?
3 community water systems serve Kinston, North Carolina, providing water to approximately 43,219 people. Different neighborhoods may be served by different utilities. Enter your ZIP code at the top to find your specific provider.
Does Kinston tap water have lead?
Lead in drinking water typically enters from old pipes and fixtures inside homes and buildings, not from the treatment plant. The EPA requires water systems to monitor for lead under the Lead and Copper Rule. Click any water system above to see its most recent 90th-percentile lead test results. Homes built before 1986 are most likely to have lead plumbing components.
What contaminants have been found in Kinston drinking water?
EPA violation records for Kinston water systems are listed on each utility's report page. Common regulated contaminants include disinfection byproducts (TTHMs, HAA5), coliform bacteria, nitrates, and lead. Click any utility above to see its full violation history going back 10 years.
How do I find out which water company serves my address in Kinston?
Enter your Kinston ZIP code in the search box at the top of this page. ClearWater will identify the specific water system serving your area and show you its EPA violation history, lead test results, and an overall safety grade. You can also check your water bill or your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR).