B74/100
HORNBEAK UTILITY DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,416 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TN0000311
Violations
19
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
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – July 18, 2024Enforcement: 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 HORNBEAK UTILITY DISTRICT
Is HORNBEAK UTILITY DISTRICT water safe to drink?
HORNBEAK UTILITY DISTRICT water receives a grade of B (74/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has HORNBEAK UTILITY DISTRICT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in HORNBEAK UTILITY DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HORNBEAK UTILITY DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, HORNBEAK UTILITY DISTRICT has 19 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MON, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does HORNBEAK UTILITY DISTRICT serve?
HORNBEAK UTILITY DISTRICT serves approximately 1,416 people, Tennessee.
What type of water does HORNBEAK UTILITY DISTRICT provide?
HORNBEAK UTILITY DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TN0000311.
How does HORNBEAK UTILITY DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
HORNBEAK UTILITY DISTRICT scores 74/100 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.