F0/100
BRISTOL-BLUFF CITY U.D. — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,268 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000079
Violations
107
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 2018.
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 BRISTOL-BLUFF CITY U.D.
Is BRISTOL-BLUFF CITY U.D. water safe to drink?
BRISTOL-BLUFF CITY U.D. water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 107 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BRISTOL-BLUFF CITY U.D. detected?
41 contaminants were tested in BRISTOL-BLUFF CITY U.D.'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BRISTOL-BLUFF CITY U.D. have any EPA violations?
Yes, BRISTOL-BLUFF CITY U.D. has 107 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does BRISTOL-BLUFF CITY U.D. serve?
BRISTOL-BLUFF CITY U.D. serves approximately 6,268 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Bristol.
What type of water does BRISTOL-BLUFF CITY U.D. provide?
BRISTOL-BLUFF CITY U.D. sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is TN0000079.
How does BRISTOL-BLUFF CITY U.D. compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
BRISTOL-BLUFF CITY U.D. scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Tennessee state page for a full comparison of water systems.