B75/100
JACKSON WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 91,111 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TN0000299
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.020 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFHxS | 0.014 µg/L | 0.010 µg/L | Over Limit |
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 2013.
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 JACKSON WATER SYSTEM
Is JACKSON WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
JACKSON WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of B (75/100), which is considered good. Out of 66 contaminants tested, 2 exceed EPA legal limits. 3 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has JACKSON WATER SYSTEM detected?
66 contaminants were tested in JACKSON WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFHxS, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does JACKSON WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, JACKSON WATER SYSTEM has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2013. Violation types include MR.
How many people does JACKSON WATER SYSTEM serve?
JACKSON WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 91,111 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Jackson.
What type of water does JACKSON WATER SYSTEM provide?
JACKSON WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TN0000299.
How does JACKSON WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
JACKSON WATER SYSTEM scores 75/100 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.