C44/100
CHUCKEY UTILITY DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 14,369 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000108
Violations
21
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
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – July 21, 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 CHUCKEY UTILITY DISTRICT
Is CHUCKEY UTILITY DISTRICT water safe to drink?
CHUCKEY UTILITY DISTRICT water receives a grade of C (44/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 21 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CHUCKEY UTILITY DISTRICT detected?
54 contaminants were tested in CHUCKEY UTILITY DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CHUCKEY UTILITY DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, CHUCKEY UTILITY DISTRICT has 21 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does CHUCKEY UTILITY DISTRICT serve?
CHUCKEY UTILITY DISTRICT serves approximately 14,369 people, Tennessee.
What type of water does CHUCKEY UTILITY DISTRICT provide?
CHUCKEY 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 TN0000108.
How does CHUCKEY UTILITY DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
CHUCKEY UTILITY DISTRICT scores 44/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Tennessee state page for a full comparison of water systems.