A89/100
BROWNSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 12,845 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TN0000080
Violations
8
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 2012.
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 BROWNSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT
Is BROWNSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
BROWNSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of A (89/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BROWNSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
66 contaminants were tested in BROWNSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BROWNSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, BROWNSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2012. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does BROWNSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
BROWNSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 12,845 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Brownsville.
What type of water does BROWNSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
BROWNSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TN0000080.
How does BROWNSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
BROWNSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT scores 89/100 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.