C41/100
COPPERHILL WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,217 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000136
Violations
40
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.35 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: February 12, 2022 – April 28, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – July 1, 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 COPPERHILL WATER DEPT
Is COPPERHILL WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
COPPERHILL WATER DEPT water receives a grade of C (41/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 40 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has COPPERHILL WATER DEPT detected?
32 contaminants were tested in COPPERHILL WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does COPPERHILL WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, COPPERHILL WATER DEPT has 40 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, MON. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does COPPERHILL WATER DEPT serve?
COPPERHILL WATER DEPT serves approximately 1,217 people, Tennessee.
What type of water does COPPERHILL WATER DEPT provide?
COPPERHILL WATER DEPT 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 TN0000136.
How does COPPERHILL WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
COPPERHILL WATER DEPT scores 41/100 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.