A92/100
HIXSON UTILITY DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 68,306 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TN0000303
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 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 HIXSON UTILITY DISTRICT
Is HIXSON UTILITY DISTRICT water safe to drink?
HIXSON UTILITY DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (92/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has HIXSON UTILITY DISTRICT detected?
66 contaminants were tested in HIXSON UTILITY DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HIXSON UTILITY DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, HIXSON UTILITY DISTRICT has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2010. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does HIXSON UTILITY DISTRICT serve?
HIXSON UTILITY DISTRICT serves approximately 68,306 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Hixson.
What type of water does HIXSON UTILITY DISTRICT provide?
HIXSON UTILITY DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TN0000303.
How does HIXSON UTILITY DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
HIXSON UTILITY DISTRICT 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.