F0/100
FRANKLIN WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 77,222 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
—
System ID
TN0000246
Violations
92
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 1100.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
6
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
3
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: March 1, 2023 – May 15, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2023 – March 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2022 – September 30, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – August 10, 2023Enforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – July 20, 2021Enforcement: Formal — state order issued
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 FRANKLIN WATER DEPT
Is FRANKLIN WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
FRANKLIN WATER DEPT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 92 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has FRANKLIN WATER DEPT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in FRANKLIN WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FRANKLIN WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, FRANKLIN WATER DEPT has 92 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 12 are health-based violations.
How many people does FRANKLIN WATER DEPT serve?
FRANKLIN WATER DEPT serves approximately 77,222 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 2 communities: Franklin, Franklin Pike.
What type of water does FRANKLIN WATER DEPT provide?
FRANKLIN WATER DEPT 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 TN0000246.
How does FRANKLIN WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
FRANKLIN 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.