C46/100
HALLSDALE-POWELL U.D. — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 84,315 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000280
Violations
32
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 772.67 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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 2016.
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 HALLSDALE-POWELL U.D.
Is HALLSDALE-POWELL U.D. water safe to drink?
HALLSDALE-POWELL U.D. water receives a grade of C (46/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 32 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HALLSDALE-POWELL U.D. detected?
69 contaminants were tested in HALLSDALE-POWELL U.D.'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HALLSDALE-POWELL U.D. have any EPA violations?
Yes, HALLSDALE-POWELL U.D. has 32 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include MCL, MR, TT. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does HALLSDALE-POWELL U.D. serve?
HALLSDALE-POWELL U.D. serves approximately 84,315 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Knoxville.
What type of water does HALLSDALE-POWELL U.D. provide?
HALLSDALE-POWELL U.D. 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 TN0000280.
How does HALLSDALE-POWELL U.D. compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
HALLSDALE-POWELL U.D. scores 46/100 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.