C54/100
FIRST U.D. OF HAWKINS COUNTY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 20,851 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000109
Violations
21
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 460.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
1,4-dioxane | 1.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2022 – March 31, 2022Enforcement: 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 FIRST U.D. OF HAWKINS COUNTY
Is FIRST U.D. OF HAWKINS COUNTY water safe to drink?
FIRST U.D. OF HAWKINS COUNTY water receives a grade of C (54/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 21 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has FIRST U.D. OF HAWKINS COUNTY detected?
69 contaminants were tested in FIRST U.D. OF HAWKINS COUNTY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate, 1,4-dioxane. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FIRST U.D. OF HAWKINS COUNTY have any EPA violations?
Yes, FIRST U.D. OF HAWKINS COUNTY has 21 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR, MCL, TT. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does FIRST U.D. OF HAWKINS COUNTY serve?
FIRST U.D. OF HAWKINS COUNTY serves approximately 20,851 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Church Hill.
What type of water does FIRST U.D. OF HAWKINS COUNTY provide?
FIRST U.D. OF HAWKINS COUNTY 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 TN0000109.
How does FIRST U.D. OF HAWKINS COUNTY compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
FIRST U.D. OF HAWKINS COUNTY scores 54/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Tennessee state page for a full comparison of water systems.