B76/100
FAIRVIEW UTILITY DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,787 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000563
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – August 6, 2021Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 FAIRVIEW UTILITY DISTRICT
Is FAIRVIEW UTILITY DISTRICT water safe to drink?
FAIRVIEW UTILITY DISTRICT water receives a grade of B (76/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has FAIRVIEW UTILITY DISTRICT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in FAIRVIEW UTILITY DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FAIRVIEW UTILITY DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, FAIRVIEW UTILITY DISTRICT has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does FAIRVIEW UTILITY DISTRICT serve?
FAIRVIEW UTILITY DISTRICT serves approximately 6,787 people, Tennessee.
What type of water does FAIRVIEW UTILITY DISTRICT provide?
FAIRVIEW UTILITY DISTRICT 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 TN0000563.
How does FAIRVIEW UTILITY DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
FAIRVIEW UTILITY DISTRICT scores 76/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Tennessee state page for a full comparison of water systems.