A81/100
ETOWAH UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 12,851 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000233
Violations
12
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
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 2021.
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 ETOWAH UTILITIES
Is ETOWAH UTILITIES water safe to drink?
ETOWAH UTILITIES water receives a grade of A (81/100), 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 ETOWAH UTILITIES detected?
69 contaminants were tested in ETOWAH UTILITIES's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ETOWAH UTILITIES have any EPA violations?
Yes, ETOWAH UTILITIES has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does ETOWAH UTILITIES serve?
ETOWAH UTILITIES serves approximately 12,851 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Etowah.
What type of water does ETOWAH UTILITIES provide?
ETOWAH UTILITIES 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 TN0000233.
How does ETOWAH UTILITIES compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
ETOWAH UTILITIES scores 81/100 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.