B72/100
CUMBERLAND PLATEAU WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 22,673 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000147
Violations
14
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 290.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
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 CUMBERLAND PLATEAU WATER AUTHORITY
Is CUMBERLAND PLATEAU WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
CUMBERLAND PLATEAU WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of B (72/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CUMBERLAND PLATEAU WATER AUTHORITY detected?
69 contaminants were tested in CUMBERLAND PLATEAU WATER AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CUMBERLAND PLATEAU WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, CUMBERLAND PLATEAU WATER AUTHORITY has 14 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, TT, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does CUMBERLAND PLATEAU WATER AUTHORITY serve?
CUMBERLAND PLATEAU WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 22,673 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Crossville.
What type of water does CUMBERLAND PLATEAU WATER AUTHORITY provide?
CUMBERLAND PLATEAU WATER AUTHORITY 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 TN0000147.
How does CUMBERLAND PLATEAU WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
CUMBERLAND PLATEAU WATER AUTHORITY scores 72/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Tennessee state page for a full comparison of water systems.