A96/100
CLARKSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 251,864 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000116
Violations
1
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 2005.
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 CLARKSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT
Is CLARKSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
CLARKSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of A (96/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CLARKSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
76 contaminants were tested in CLARKSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CLARKSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, CLARKSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2005. Violation types include Other.
How many people does CLARKSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
CLARKSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 251,864 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Clarksville.
What type of water does CLARKSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
CLARKSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT 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 TN0000116.
How does CLARKSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
CLARKSVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT scores 96/100 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.