A92/100
HENDERSON WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,810 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
TN0000293
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
3
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – July 18, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
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 HENDERSON WATER DEPT
Is HENDERSON WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
HENDERSON WATER DEPT water receives a grade of A (92/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has HENDERSON WATER DEPT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in HENDERSON WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HENDERSON WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, HENDERSON WATER DEPT has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does HENDERSON WATER DEPT serve?
HENDERSON WATER DEPT serves approximately 8,810 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Henderson.
What type of water does HENDERSON WATER DEPT provide?
HENDERSON WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TN0000293.
How does HENDERSON WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
HENDERSON WATER DEPT scores 92/100 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.