A84/100
GLEASON WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,753 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
TN0000265
Violations
5
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
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – July 21, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2022 – February 3, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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 GLEASON WATER DEPT
Is GLEASON WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
GLEASON WATER DEPT water receives a grade of A (84/100), 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 GLEASON WATER DEPT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in GLEASON WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GLEASON WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, GLEASON WATER DEPT has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does GLEASON WATER DEPT serve?
GLEASON WATER DEPT serves approximately 1,753 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Gleason.
What type of water does GLEASON WATER DEPT provide?
GLEASON WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TN0000265.
How does GLEASON WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
GLEASON WATER DEPT scores 84/100 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.