2024 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report Town ofBunn Water System Number: 0235025 Este informe contiene informacion muy importante sobre su agua potable. Traduzcalo 0 hable con alguien que lo entienda bien. We are pleased to present to you this year's Annual Drinking Water Quality Report. This report is a snapshot of last year's water quality. Included are details about your source(s) of water, what it contains, and how it compares to standards set by regulatory agencies. Our constant goal is to provide you with a safe and dependable supply of drinking water. We want you to understand the efforts we make to continually improve the water treatment process and protect our water resources. We are committed to ensuring the quality ofyour water and to providing you with this information because informed customers are our best allies. Ifyou have any questions about this report or concerning your water, please contact Dottie Taylor at 919-496-2992. We want our valued customers to be informed about their water utility. Ifyou want to learn more, please attend any of our regularly scheduled meetings. They are held at 114 Montgomery St. Bunn, NC on the first Monday of each month at 7:00 pm. What EPA Wants You to Know Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency's Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426- 4791). Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immumo-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or otheri immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791). If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. Town of Bunn is responsible for providing high quality drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. Ifyou are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http/www.epa.govlsafewaterlead. The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally-occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals ori from human activity. Contaminants that may be present in source water include microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife; inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally-ocurring or result from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining, or farming; pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses; organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products ofi industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems; and radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally-ocurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations which limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. FDA regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water, which must provide the same protection for public health. When You Turn on Your Tap, Consider the Source The water that is used by this system is purchased from Franklin County Utilities, follow the link to view their Water Quality report: uslomorisrmireom.rNXASSACASANCXNISuInNubcibasehiteasir 12/2024 Source Water Assessment Program (SWAP) Results The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), Public Water Supply (PWS) Section, Source Water Assessment Program (SWAP) conducted assessments for all drinking water sources across North Carolina. The purpose of the assessments was to determine the susceptibility of each drinking water source (well or surface water intake) to Potential Contaminant Sources (PCSs). The results of the assessment are available in SWAP Assessment Reports that include maps, background information and a relative susceptibility rating ofHigher, Moderate or Lower. The relative susceptibility rating of each source for Bunn was determined by combining the contaminant rating (number and location ofPCSs within the assessment area) and the inherent vulnerability rating (i.e., characteristics or existing conditions of the well or watershed and its delineated assessment area). The assessment findings are summarized in the table below: Susceptibility of Sources to Potential Contaminant Sources (PCSs) Source Name Susceptibility Rating SWAP Report Date Kerr Lake Moderate September 2020 Tar River Higher September 2020 Taylor Creek Moderate September 2020 Cedar Creek Moderate September 2020 Falls of the Neuse Higher September 2020 Lake Benson Higher September 2020 The complete SWAP Assessment report for the Town of Bunn may be viewed on the Web at: hssaaNsER Note that because SWAP results and reports are periodically updated by the PWS Section, the results available on this web site may differ from the results that were available at the time this CCR was prepared. Ifyou are unable to access your SWAP report on the web, you may mail a written request for a printed copy to: Source Water Assessment Program - Report Request, 1634 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC: 27699-1634, or email requests to swap@nedenr.gov. Please indicate your system name, number, and provide your name, mailing address and phone number. Ifyou have any questions about the SWAP report please contact the Source Water Assessment staffby phone at 919-707-9098. It is important to understand that a susceptibility rating of"higher" does not imply poor water quality, only the system' s potential to become contaminated by PCSs in the assessment area. Help Protect Your Source Water Protection of drinking water is everyone's responsibility. We have implemented the following source water protection actions: You can help protect your community's drinking water: source(s) in several ways: (examples: dispose of chemicals properly; take used motor oil to a recycling center, volunteer in your community to participate in group efforts to protect your source, etc.). Violations that Your Water System Received for the Report Year During 2024, or during any compliance period that ended in 2024, we received no violations that covered the time period of I/I- 12/31/24. Important Drinking Water Definitions: Not-Applicable (N/A) - Information not applicable/not required for that particular water system or for that particular rule. Non-Detects (ND) - Laboratory analysis indicates that the contaminant is not present at the level of detection set for the particular methodology used. Parts per. million (ppm) or Milligrams per liter (mg/L) One part per million corresponds to one minute in two years or a single penny in $10,000. Parts per billion (ppb) or Micrograms per liter (ug/L) - One part per billion corresponds to one minute in 2,000 years, or a single penny in $10,000,000. Variances and Exceptions State or EPA permission not to meet an MCL or Treatment Technique under certain conditions. Action Level (AL) - The concentration ofa a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements which a water system must follow. Treatment Technique (TT) - A required process intended to reduce the level ofa contaminant in drinking water. Maximum Residual Disinfection Level (MRDL) - The highest level ofa disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants. 12/2024 Maximum Residual Disinfection Level Goal (MRDLG) - The level ofa a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGS do not reflect the benefits ofthe use of disinfectants to control microbial contaminants. Locational Running Annual Average (LRAA) - The average of sample analytical results for samples taken at a particular monitoring location during the previous four calendar quarters under the Stage 21 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule. Running Annual Average (RAA) - The average of sample analytical results for samples taken during the previous four calendar quarters. Level 1 Assessment- - A Level 1 assessment is a study ofthe water system to identify potential problems and determine (ifpossible) why total coliform bacteria have been found in our water. system. Level 2. Assessment - A Level 2 assessment is a very detailed study ofthe water system to identify potential problems and determine (fpossible) why an E. coli MCL violation has occurred and/or why total coliform bacteria have been found in our water system on multiple occasions. > Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) - The highest level ofa a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLS are set as close to the MCLGS as feasible using the best available treatment technology. Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG) - The level ofa a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGS allow for a margin ofsafety. Water Quality Data Tables of Detected Contaminants We routinely monitor for over 150 contaminants in your drinking water according to Federal and State laws. The tables below list all the drinking water contaminants that we detected in the last round of sampling for each particular contaminant group. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. Unless otherwise noted, the data presented in this table is from testing done January 1 through December. 31, 2024. The EPA and the State allow us to monitor for certain contaminants less than once per. year because the concentrations ofthese contaminants are not expected to vary significantly from year to year. Some of the data, though representative ofthe water quality, is more than one year old. Lead and Copper Contaminants Number of Range Contaminant Sample Date Your Water sites found MCLG AL Likely Source of Contamination (units) (90" Percentile) above the AL Low High Copper (ppm) 0-0.238 Corrosion ofhousehold plumbing (90" percentile) 9/7/24 0.077 0 1.3 AL=1.3 systems; erosion of natural deposits 0-3.0 Lead (ppb) 9/7/24 J 0 AL=15 Corrosion ofhousehold plumbing (90" percentile) 3.0 systems; erosion of natural deposits The table above summarizes our most recent lead and copper tap sampling data. Ifyou would like to review the complete lead tap sampling data, please email us at Town of Bunn lowei@towmolbumnor We have been working to identify service line materials throughout the water system and prepared an inventory ofall service lines in our water system. To access this inventory, contact Town of Bunn at: lowenidtowmolbumor Lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. Town of Bunn is responsible for providing high quality drinking water and removing lead pipes, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components in your home. You share the responsibility for protecting yourself and your family from the lead in your home plumbing. You can take responsibility by identifying and removing lead materials within your home plumbing and taking steps to reduce your family's risk. Before drinking tap water, flush your pipes for several minutes by running your tap, taking a shower, doing laundry or a load of dishes. You can also use a filter certified by an American National Standards Institute accredited certifier to reduce lead in drinking water. Ifyou are concerned about lead in your water and wish to have your water tested, contact Tony Lowery at: lowentctompolumorp. information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available at ruemmwbecat 12/2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) and Haloacetic Acids (five) (HAA5) Range Disinfection Year Sampled MCL Violation Your Water MCLG MCL Likely Source of Contamination Byproduct Y/N Low High 73 Byproduct of drinking TTHM (ppb) 2024 Y 44 84 N/A 80 water disinfection 24 Byproduct ofc drinking HAA5 (ppb) 2024 N 0-50 N/A 60 water disinfection Some people who drink water containing trihalomethanes in excess of the MCL over many. years may experience problems with their liver, kidneys, or central nervous. systems, and may have an increased risk of getting cancer. Some people who drink water containing haloacetic acids in excess of the MCL over many. years may have an increased risk of getting cancer. Disinfectant Residuals Summary MRDL Your Range Water MRDLG MRDL Likely Source of Contamination Violation (RAA) Low High Y/N Chlorine (ppm) N 0.44 0.23-0.68 4 4.0 Water additive used to control microbes 12/2024 2024 Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) Certification Form Water System Name: Town of Bunn Water System No.: NC0235025 Report Year: 202M Population Served: 519 The Community Water System (CWS) named above hereby confirms that all provisions under 40 CFR parts 141 and 142 requiring the development of, distribution of, and notification of a consumer confidence report have been executed. Further, the CWS certifies the information contained in the report is correct and consistent with the compliance monitoring data previously submitted to the primacy agency by their NC certified laboratory. In addition, if this report is being used to meet Tier 3 Public Notification requirements, as denoted by the checked box below, the CWS certifies that public notification has been provided to its consumers in accordance with the requirements of 40 CFR 141.204(d). Certified by: Name: TonyLowery Title: Public Works Director Signature: Phone #: 919-496-2992 Delivery Achieved Date: 6/26/25 Date Reported to State: 6/27/28 The CCR includes the mandated Tier 3 Public Notice for a montoring/reporting violation (check box, ify yes). Check all methods used for distribution (see instructions on back for delivery requirements and methods): X Paper copy to all . X US Mail Hand Delivery Notification of availability of paper copy (Provide a copy of the notice.) Notification Method (i.e., US Mail, door hanger) M Notification of CCR URL (must be direct URL): htps/lombumnorwpcomemv/2035082024 Consumer-Confidence-Report.doxpdf: Notification Method bill stuffer (i.e., on bill, bill stuffer, separate mailing, email) Direct email delivery of CCR Attached Embedded Notification Method bill stuffer (i.e., on bill, bill stuffer, separate mailing) Newspaper (attach copy) Name of Paper? Date Published: Notification Method (i.e., on bill, bill stuffer, separate mailing, email) X "Good faith" efforts (in addition to one of the above required methods) were used to reach non-bill paying consumers such as industry employees, apartment tenants, etc. Extra efforts included the following methods: posting the CCR on the Internet at URL: www.townofbunn.org mailing the CCR to postal patrons within the service area advertising the availability of the CCR in news media (attach copy of announcement, publication of the CCR in local newspaper (attach copy of newspaper) X posting the CCR in public places such as: (attach list if needed) Posted on Town's Bulletin Board delivering multiple copies to single bill addresses serving several persons such as: apartments, businesses, and large private employers delivery to community organizations such as: (attach list if needed) Note: Use of social media (e.g., Twitter or Facebook) or automated phone calls DO NOT meet existing CCR distribution 12/2024 methods under the Rule. 12/2024