A82/100
ASHLAND CITY WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,173 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000023
Violations
7
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
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 2016.
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 ASHLAND CITY WATER DEPARTMENT
Is ASHLAND CITY WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
ASHLAND CITY WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of A (82/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ASHLAND CITY WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in ASHLAND CITY WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ASHLAND CITY WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, ASHLAND CITY WATER DEPARTMENT has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does ASHLAND CITY WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
ASHLAND CITY WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 9,173 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Ashland City.
What type of water does ASHLAND CITY WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
ASHLAND CITY WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is TN0000023.
How does ASHLAND CITY WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
ASHLAND CITY WATER DEPARTMENT scores 82/100 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.