A85/100
CUMBERLAND CITY WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,023 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000162
Violations
12
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
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – April 11, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 CUMBERLAND CITY WATER DEPT
Is CUMBERLAND CITY WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
CUMBERLAND CITY WATER DEPT water receives a grade of A (85/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CUMBERLAND CITY WATER DEPT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in CUMBERLAND CITY WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CUMBERLAND CITY WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, CUMBERLAND CITY WATER DEPT has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does CUMBERLAND CITY WATER DEPT serve?
CUMBERLAND CITY WATER DEPT serves approximately 1,023 people, Tennessee.
What type of water does CUMBERLAND CITY WATER DEPT provide?
CUMBERLAND CITY 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 TN0000162.
How does CUMBERLAND CITY WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
CUMBERLAND CITY WATER DEPT scores 85/100 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.