A88/100
ATWOOD WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,311 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TN0000035
Violations
5
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 2003.
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 ATWOOD WATER SYSTEM
Is ATWOOD WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
ATWOOD WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of A (88/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ATWOOD WATER SYSTEM detected?
1 contaminants were tested in ATWOOD WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ATWOOD WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, ATWOOD WATER SYSTEM has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2003. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does ATWOOD WATER SYSTEM serve?
ATWOOD WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 1,311 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Atwood.
What type of water does ATWOOD WATER SYSTEM provide?
ATWOOD WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TN0000035.
How does ATWOOD WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
ATWOOD WATER SYSTEM scores 88/100 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.