A92/100
BANGHAM UTILITY DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,906 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000038
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
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2022 – October 1, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – August 31, 2021Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 BANGHAM UTILITY DISTRICT
Is BANGHAM UTILITY DISTRICT water safe to drink?
BANGHAM UTILITY DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (92/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 51 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BANGHAM UTILITY DISTRICT detected?
51 contaminants were tested in BANGHAM UTILITY DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BANGHAM UTILITY DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, BANGHAM UTILITY DISTRICT has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does BANGHAM UTILITY DISTRICT serve?
BANGHAM UTILITY DISTRICT serves approximately 7,906 people, Tennessee.
What type of water does BANGHAM UTILITY DISTRICT provide?
BANGHAM 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 TN0000038.
How does BANGHAM UTILITY DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
BANGHAM UTILITY DISTRICT scores 92/100 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.