A88/100
EASTSIDE UTILITY DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 57,939 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000219
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – July 18, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
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 EASTSIDE UTILITY DISTRICT
Is EASTSIDE UTILITY DISTRICT water safe to drink?
EASTSIDE UTILITY DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (88/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has EASTSIDE UTILITY DISTRICT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in EASTSIDE UTILITY DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does EASTSIDE UTILITY DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, EASTSIDE UTILITY DISTRICT has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does EASTSIDE UTILITY DISTRICT serve?
EASTSIDE UTILITY DISTRICT serves approximately 57,939 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Chattanooga.
What type of water does EASTSIDE UTILITY DISTRICT provide?
EASTSIDE UTILITY DISTRICT 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 TN0000219.
How does EASTSIDE UTILITY DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
EASTSIDE UTILITY DISTRICT scores 88/100 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.