A90/100
GREENEVILLE WATER COMMISSION — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 26,657 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000273
Violations
3
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2010.
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 GREENEVILLE WATER COMMISSION
Is GREENEVILLE WATER COMMISSION water safe to drink?
GREENEVILLE WATER COMMISSION water receives a grade of A (90/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has GREENEVILLE WATER COMMISSION detected?
69 contaminants were tested in GREENEVILLE WATER COMMISSION's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GREENEVILLE WATER COMMISSION have any EPA violations?
Yes, GREENEVILLE WATER COMMISSION has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2010. Violation types include MR, TT. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does GREENEVILLE WATER COMMISSION serve?
GREENEVILLE WATER COMMISSION serves approximately 26,657 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Greeneville.
What type of water does GREENEVILLE WATER COMMISSION provide?
GREENEVILLE WATER COMMISSION 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 TN0000273.
How does GREENEVILLE WATER COMMISSION compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
GREENEVILLE WATER COMMISSION scores 90/100 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.