F18/100
GRIFFITH CREEK U.D. — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,104 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000278
Violations
31
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 2019.
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 GRIFFITH CREEK U.D.
Is GRIFFITH CREEK U.D. water safe to drink?
GRIFFITH CREEK U.D. water receives a grade of F (18/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 31 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has GRIFFITH CREEK U.D. detected?
4 contaminants were tested in GRIFFITH CREEK U.D.'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GRIFFITH CREEK U.D. have any EPA violations?
Yes, GRIFFITH CREEK U.D. has 31 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 12 are health-based violations.
How many people does GRIFFITH CREEK U.D. serve?
GRIFFITH CREEK U.D. serves approximately 1,104 people, Tennessee.
What type of water does GRIFFITH CREEK U.D. provide?
GRIFFITH CREEK U.D. 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 TN0000278.
How does GRIFFITH CREEK U.D. compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
GRIFFITH CREEK U.D. scores 18/100 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.