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Oxford, North Carolina Water Quality Report

Water quality data for 4 water systems serving 9,102 people.

65
Fair
out of 100

Water Source

4
Water Systems
9K
People Served
Surface water, Ground water
Water Source

Detected Contaminants

ContaminantDetected LevelEPA Limit (MCL)Health Guideline% of LimitStatus
PFBA0.007 No federal limit1000.0 ug/L(EWG)
0%
Below guideline
PFOS0.005 0.004 ug/L0.300 ug/L(EWG)
133%
Above limit

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 (2)

75

Dec 19, 2009

minor

71

Jul 1, 2009

minor

Resolved Violations (498)

27

Sep 1, 2021 — Nov 30, 2021

moderate

27

Sep 1, 2021 — Nov 30, 2021

moderate

27

Sep 1, 2021 — Nov 30, 2021

moderate

27

Sep 1, 2021 — Nov 30, 2021

moderate

27

Sep 1, 2021 — Nov 30, 2021

moderate

+ 493 more resolved violations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oxford tap water safe to drink?

Oxford'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 Oxford tap water?

2 contaminants have been detected in Oxford's water supply across 4 water systems. See the full contaminant table above for details.

How can I improve my water quality in Oxford?

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

Does Oxford have any water quality violations?

Yes, Oxford currently has 59 active violations. See the violations section above for details.