02-07-2025 - BOIL WATER NOTICE RESCINDED:
the areas of Academy Street, Main Street from Academy to Sorrells, and Old Pisgah Drive.
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Nestled in the heart of the Southern Appalachian Mountains on the Pigeon River and a mere 20 miles from downtown Asheville is Canton, NC, a historic mill town with unmatched character and pride. From our low cost of living and quaint downtown to our picturesque parkland, Canton possesses a number of unique assets and opportunities for people looking to visit, relocate, or open a business. We invite you to come see what Canton has to offer!

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February 7, 2025

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for the areas of Academy St., Main St. from Academy to Sorrells, and Old Pisgah Dr. | February, 7, 2025

ID NO. 01-44-015 Boil Water Notice Rescinded! DATE:  February 7, 2025 Based on the laboratory analysis of water samples collected from the Town of Canton on February 6, 2025 the water users in the Town of Canton who live in the areas of Academy Street, Main Street from Academy Street to Sorrells Street, and Old […]

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  • 15 minutes to Asheville
  • County: Haywood
  • Population: 4,259
  • Town Tax Rate: $0.0058/$100
  • Elevation: 2,609 feet
  • Land Area: 3.8 square miles
  • Incorporated in 1891
  • Average Temp: Jul. 82°, Jan. 46°