B71/100
HILLSVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 11,325 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000430
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.012 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.007 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – August 6, 2021Enforcement: 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 HILLSVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT
Is HILLSVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT water safe to drink?
HILLSVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT water receives a grade of B (71/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, 2 exceed EPA legal limits. 3 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has HILLSVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in HILLSVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HILLSVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, HILLSVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does HILLSVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT serve?
HILLSVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT serves approximately 11,325 people, Tennessee.
What type of water does HILLSVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT provide?
HILLSVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT 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 TN0000430.
How does HILLSVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
HILLSVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT scores 71/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Tennessee state page for a full comparison of water systems.