B69/100
BEAN STATION UTILITY DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 10,378 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000041
Violations
12
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
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: November 1, 2023 – November 30, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – July 1, 2022Enforcement: 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 BEAN STATION UTILITY DISTRICT
Is BEAN STATION UTILITY DISTRICT water safe to drink?
BEAN STATION UTILITY DISTRICT water receives a grade of B (69/100), which is considered good. Out of 34 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BEAN STATION UTILITY DISTRICT detected?
34 contaminants were tested in BEAN STATION UTILITY DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BEAN STATION UTILITY DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, BEAN STATION UTILITY DISTRICT has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MON, MR, Other. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does BEAN STATION UTILITY DISTRICT serve?
BEAN STATION UTILITY DISTRICT serves approximately 10,378 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Bean Station.
What type of water does BEAN STATION UTILITY DISTRICT provide?
BEAN STATION 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 TN0000041.
How does BEAN STATION UTILITY DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
BEAN STATION UTILITY DISTRICT scores 69/100 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.