A93/100
ALPHA-TALBOTT UTILITY DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 19,075 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000014
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
1,4-dioxane | 0.592 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1999.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About ALPHA-TALBOTT UTILITY DISTRICT
Is ALPHA-TALBOTT UTILITY DISTRICT water safe to drink?
ALPHA-TALBOTT UTILITY DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (93/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ALPHA-TALBOTT UTILITY DISTRICT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in ALPHA-TALBOTT UTILITY DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), 1,4-dioxane. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ALPHA-TALBOTT UTILITY DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, ALPHA-TALBOTT UTILITY DISTRICT has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1999. Violation types include MR.
How many people does ALPHA-TALBOTT UTILITY DISTRICT serve?
ALPHA-TALBOTT UTILITY DISTRICT serves approximately 19,075 people, Tennessee.
What type of water does ALPHA-TALBOTT UTILITY DISTRICT provide?
ALPHA-TALBOTT UTILITY DISTRICT sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is TN0000014.
How does ALPHA-TALBOTT UTILITY DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
ALPHA-TALBOTT UTILITY DISTRICT scores 93/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Tennessee state page for a full comparison of water systems.