B64/100
ATHENS UTILITIES BOARD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 25,851 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000024
Violations
33
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 2019.
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 ATHENS UTILITIES BOARD
Is ATHENS UTILITIES BOARD water safe to drink?
ATHENS UTILITIES BOARD water receives a grade of B (64/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ATHENS UTILITIES BOARD detected?
69 contaminants were tested in ATHENS UTILITIES BOARD's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ATHENS UTILITIES BOARD have any EPA violations?
Yes, ATHENS UTILITIES BOARD has 33 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include MON, MR.
How many people does ATHENS UTILITIES BOARD serve?
ATHENS UTILITIES BOARD serves approximately 25,851 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Athens.
What type of water does ATHENS UTILITIES BOARD provide?
ATHENS UTILITIES BOARD 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 TN0000024.
How does ATHENS UTILITIES BOARD compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
ATHENS UTILITIES BOARD scores 64/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Tennessee state page for a full comparison of water systems.