Town of Canton and Town of Clyde Stage 2 Mandatory Water Conservation/ Canton BOIL WATER ADVISORY
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History, Character, Pride

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, 2026

Canton Water Update Feb 7th 8am

Canton Water Update Water levels in the Spruce Tank are rising; however, this process is slow due to continued water use. Stage 2 Water Conservation measures and the Boil Water Advisory remain in effect at this time. We strongly encourage all customers to limit water usage as much as possible so the system can continue […]

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Facts And Figures

  • 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°

 

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