F0/100
ESTILL SPRINGS WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,317 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Groundwater Under Influence of Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000232
Violations
48
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.60 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
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 2000.
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 ESTILL SPRINGS WATER DEPT
Is ESTILL SPRINGS WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
ESTILL SPRINGS WATER DEPT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 48 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ESTILL SPRINGS WATER DEPT detected?
32 contaminants were tested in ESTILL SPRINGS WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ESTILL SPRINGS WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, ESTILL SPRINGS WATER DEPT has 48 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2000. Violation types include TT, MR. 47 are health-based violations.
How many people does ESTILL SPRINGS WATER DEPT serve?
ESTILL SPRINGS WATER DEPT serves approximately 4,317 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Estill Springs.
What type of water does ESTILL SPRINGS WATER DEPT provide?
ESTILL SPRINGS WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater under influence of surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is TN0000232.
How does ESTILL SPRINGS WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
ESTILL SPRINGS WATER DEPT 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.