C45/100
GAINESBORO WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,596 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
—
System ID
TN0000251
Violations
40
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
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2021 – October 1, 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 GAINESBORO WATER SYSTEM
Is GAINESBORO WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
GAINESBORO WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (45/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 40 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has GAINESBORO WATER SYSTEM detected?
1 contaminants were tested in GAINESBORO WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GAINESBORO WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, GAINESBORO WATER SYSTEM has 40 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does GAINESBORO WATER SYSTEM serve?
GAINESBORO WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 1,596 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Gainesboro.
What type of water does GAINESBORO WATER SYSTEM provide?
GAINESBORO WATER SYSTEM 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 TN0000251.
How does GAINESBORO WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
GAINESBORO WATER SYSTEM scores 45/100 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.