A81/100
GATEWAY UTILITY COMPANY, INC. — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,070 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0008271
Violations
16
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
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: February 3, 2024 – May 23, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2022 – November 29, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2022 – November 29, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – August 13, 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 GATEWAY UTILITY COMPANY, INC.
Is GATEWAY UTILITY COMPANY, INC. water safe to drink?
GATEWAY UTILITY COMPANY, INC. water receives a grade of A (81/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has GATEWAY UTILITY COMPANY, INC. detected?
1 contaminants were tested in GATEWAY UTILITY COMPANY, INC.'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GATEWAY UTILITY COMPANY, INC. have any EPA violations?
Yes, GATEWAY UTILITY COMPANY, INC. has 16 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, MON.
How many people does GATEWAY UTILITY COMPANY, INC. serve?
GATEWAY UTILITY COMPANY, INC. serves approximately 1,070 people, Tennessee.
What type of water does GATEWAY UTILITY COMPANY, INC. provide?
GATEWAY UTILITY COMPANY, INC. 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 TN0008271.
How does GATEWAY UTILITY COMPANY, INC. compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
GATEWAY UTILITY COMPANY, INC. 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.