Kings Mountain

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Is my water safe and where does it come from?
We're pleased to present this year's Annual Quality Water Report. This document is designed to inform you about the quality of water and services we provide daily. Our consistent goal is to deliver a safe and reliable water supply. We want you to understand the efforts we make to continually improve water treatment processes and protect our water resources. We remain committed to ensuring the quality of your water.

Do I need to take special precautions?
Some individuals may be more vulnerable to contaminants in tap water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as people undergoing chemotherapy, those who have undergone organ transplants, individuals with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly residents, and infants can be particularly susceptible to infections. These individuals should seek advice about tap water consumption from their healthcare providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate methods to reduce infection risk from Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available through the Safe Water Drinking Hotline (800-426-4791).

Why are there contaminants in my tap water?
Tap water, including bottled water, may reasonably contain at least small amounts of certain contaminants. The presence of contaminants doesn't necessarily indicate a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the EPA's Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791).

Sources of tap water (both municipal and bottled) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels across land or underground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and can pick up substances from animal presence or human activity, including:

• Microbial contaminants from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural operations, and wildlife
• Inorganic contaminants such as salts and metals (naturally occurring or from urban runoff, industrial discharge, oil/gas production, mining)
• Pesticides and herbicides from agriculture, urban runoff, and residential uses
• Organic chemical contaminants from industrial processes, petroleum production, gas stations, and septic systems
• Radioactive contaminants that occur naturally or result from resource extraction activities

How can I get involved?
If you have questions or concerns, please contact us at 704-734-0333. We want our customers to be informed about their water quality. You can attend our regularly scheduled meetings held monthly.