A89/100
LAUDERDALE CO WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,254 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TN0000581
Violations
4
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 2015.
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 LAUDERDALE CO WATER SYSTEM
Is LAUDERDALE CO WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
LAUDERDALE CO WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of A (89/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 51 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has LAUDERDALE CO WATER SYSTEM detected?
51 contaminants were tested in LAUDERDALE CO WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LAUDERDALE CO WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, LAUDERDALE CO WATER SYSTEM has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does LAUDERDALE CO WATER SYSTEM serve?
LAUDERDALE CO WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 9,254 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Ripley.
What type of water does LAUDERDALE CO WATER SYSTEM provide?
LAUDERDALE CO WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TN0000581.
How does LAUDERDALE CO WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
LAUDERDALE CO WATER SYSTEM scores 89/100 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.