C40/100
LAFOLLETTE UTILITIES BOARD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 27,637 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000374
Violations
21
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2009.
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 LAFOLLETTE UTILITIES BOARD
Is LAFOLLETTE UTILITIES BOARD water safe to drink?
LAFOLLETTE UTILITIES BOARD water receives a grade of C (40/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 21 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has LAFOLLETTE UTILITIES BOARD detected?
69 contaminants were tested in LAFOLLETTE UTILITIES BOARD's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LAFOLLETTE UTILITIES BOARD have any EPA violations?
Yes, LAFOLLETTE UTILITIES BOARD has 21 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2009. Violation types include MR, TT, MCL. 9 are health-based violations.
How many people does LAFOLLETTE UTILITIES BOARD serve?
LAFOLLETTE UTILITIES BOARD serves approximately 27,637 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 2 communities: La Follette, Lafollette.
What type of water does LAFOLLETTE UTILITIES BOARD provide?
LAFOLLETTE UTILITIES BOARD sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is TN0000374.
How does LAFOLLETTE UTILITIES BOARD compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
LAFOLLETTE UTILITIES BOARD scores 40/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Tennessee state page for a full comparison of water systems.