Engcobo
Tap water in Engcobo comes from 3 water systems: 2 low risk, 1 medium risk. Usually fine, but check local notices where the rating is medium risk.
3 official water systems are listed for this town. Each keeps its own rating.
Is it safe?
Engcobo (Rural treated Boreholes)
Medium risk
Usually fine, but check local notices
Run by Chris Hani District Municipality.
Blue Drop risk rating 64.4%. Lower is better.
Bacterial tests passed: 100%.
Chemical tests passed: 90.5%.
Is it safe?
Engcobo - Engcobo Town Supply System
Low risk
Safe to drink from the tap
Run by Chris Hani District Municipality.
Blue Drop risk rating 16.1%. Lower is better.
Bacterial tests passed: 100%.
Chemical tests passed: 91.6%.
Is it safe?
Engcobo- Nkobongo Supply System
Low risk
Safe to drink from the tap
Run by Chris Hani District Municipality.
Blue Drop risk rating 31.7%. Lower is better.
Bacterial tests passed: 100%.
Chemical tests passed: 92.4%.
Source
DWS Blue Drop Progress Report 2025.
Period covered: July 2023 to June 2024.
The Blue Drop risk rating combines a system’s size and load, how many bacterial and chemical tests passed, staff skills, and whether it has a water safety plan. Lower is better. Map positions are approximate.
Common questions
Can I drink the tap water in Engcobo, Eastern Cape?
Tap water in Engcobo comes from 3 water systems: 2 low risk, 1 medium risk. Usually fine, but check local notices where the rating is medium risk.
Where do these ratings come from?
DWS Blue Drop Progress Report 2025. Period covered: July 2023 to June 2024.