C55/100
CLEARFORK UTILITY DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,305 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TN0000826
Violations
42
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
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: April 1, 2022 – June 30, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – August 9, 2021Enforcement: 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 CLEARFORK UTILITY DISTRICT
Is CLEARFORK UTILITY DISTRICT water safe to drink?
CLEARFORK UTILITY DISTRICT water receives a grade of C (55/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 42 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CLEARFORK UTILITY DISTRICT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in CLEARFORK UTILITY DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CLEARFORK UTILITY DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, CLEARFORK UTILITY DISTRICT has 42 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MR, Other, MON.
How many people does CLEARFORK UTILITY DISTRICT serve?
CLEARFORK UTILITY DISTRICT serves approximately 1,305 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Clairfield.
What type of water does CLEARFORK UTILITY DISTRICT provide?
CLEARFORK UTILITY DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TN0000826.
How does CLEARFORK UTILITY DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
CLEARFORK UTILITY DISTRICT scores 55/100 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.