F3/100
ELIZABETHTON WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 32,490 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000221
Violations
43
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 820.00 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 2010.
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 ELIZABETHTON WATER DEPT
Is ELIZABETHTON WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
ELIZABETHTON WATER DEPT water receives a grade of F (3/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 43 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ELIZABETHTON WATER DEPT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in ELIZABETHTON WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ELIZABETHTON WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, ELIZABETHTON WATER DEPT has 43 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2010. Violation types include MR, TT, MCL. 12 are health-based violations.
How many people does ELIZABETHTON WATER DEPT serve?
ELIZABETHTON WATER DEPT serves approximately 32,490 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Elizabethton.
What type of water does ELIZABETHTON WATER DEPT provide?
ELIZABETHTON 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 TN0000221.
How does ELIZABETHTON WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
ELIZABETHTON WATER DEPT scores 3/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Tennessee state page for a full comparison of water systems.