A85/100
DYERSBURG WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 19,970 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
TN0000211
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 610.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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 2019.
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 DYERSBURG WATER DEPT
Is DYERSBURG WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
DYERSBURG WATER DEPT water receives a grade of A (85/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has DYERSBURG WATER DEPT detected?
66 contaminants were tested in DYERSBURG WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does DYERSBURG WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, DYERSBURG WATER DEPT has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does DYERSBURG WATER DEPT serve?
DYERSBURG WATER DEPT serves approximately 19,970 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Dyersburg.
What type of water does DYERSBURG WATER DEPT provide?
DYERSBURG WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TN0000211.
How does DYERSBURG WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
DYERSBURG 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.