A82/100
BOLIVAR WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,251 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
TN0000063
Violations
7
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – July 1, 2024Enforcement: 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 BOLIVAR WATER SYSTEM
Is BOLIVAR WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
BOLIVAR WATER SYSTEM 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 BOLIVAR WATER SYSTEM detected?
31 contaminants were tested in BOLIVAR WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BOLIVAR WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, BOLIVAR WATER SYSTEM has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does BOLIVAR WATER SYSTEM serve?
BOLIVAR WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 6,251 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Bolivar.
What type of water does BOLIVAR WATER SYSTEM provide?
BOLIVAR WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TN0000063.
How does BOLIVAR WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
BOLIVAR WATER SYSTEM 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.