A88/100
BRADFORD WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,259 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TN0000067
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 2020.
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 BRADFORD WATER SYSTEM
Is BRADFORD WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
BRADFORD 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 BRADFORD WATER SYSTEM detected?
1 contaminants were tested in BRADFORD WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BRADFORD WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, BRADFORD WATER SYSTEM has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does BRADFORD WATER SYSTEM serve?
BRADFORD WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 1,259 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Bradford.
What type of water does BRADFORD WATER SYSTEM provide?
BRADFORD WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TN0000067.
How does BRADFORD WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
BRADFORD 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.