A84/100
COVINGTON WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 14,334 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TN0000144
Violations
5
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 2015.
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 COVINGTON WATER DEPT
Is COVINGTON WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
COVINGTON WATER DEPT water receives a grade of A (84/100), 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 COVINGTON WATER DEPT detected?
66 contaminants were tested in COVINGTON WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does COVINGTON WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, COVINGTON WATER DEPT has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does COVINGTON WATER DEPT serve?
COVINGTON WATER DEPT serves approximately 14,334 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Covington.
What type of water does COVINGTON WATER DEPT provide?
COVINGTON WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TN0000144.
How does COVINGTON WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
COVINGTON WATER DEPT scores 84/100 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.