F0/100
ERIN WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,239 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000230
Violations
68
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 346.27 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 ERIN WATER DEPARTMENT
Is ERIN WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
ERIN WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 68 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ERIN WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
51 contaminants were tested in ERIN WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ERIN WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, ERIN WATER DEPARTMENT has 68 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 25 are health-based violations.
How many people does ERIN WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
ERIN WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 8,239 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Erin.
What type of water does ERIN WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
ERIN WATER DEPARTMENT 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 TN0000230.
How does ERIN WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
ERIN WATER DEPARTMENT scores 0/100 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.