F10/100
LEXINGTON WATER SYSTEMS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 26,322 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000402
Violations
43
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
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – July 26, 2022Enforcement: 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 LEXINGTON WATER SYSTEMS
Is LEXINGTON WATER SYSTEMS water safe to drink?
LEXINGTON WATER SYSTEMS water receives a grade of F (10/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 43 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has LEXINGTON WATER SYSTEMS detected?
69 contaminants were tested in LEXINGTON WATER SYSTEMS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LEXINGTON WATER SYSTEMS have any EPA violations?
Yes, LEXINGTON WATER SYSTEMS has 43 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 11 are health-based violations.
How many people does LEXINGTON WATER SYSTEMS serve?
LEXINGTON WATER SYSTEMS serves approximately 26,322 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Lexington.
What type of water does LEXINGTON WATER SYSTEMS provide?
LEXINGTON WATER SYSTEMS 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 TN0000402.
How does LEXINGTON WATER SYSTEMS compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
LEXINGTON WATER SYSTEMS scores 10/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Tennessee state page for a full comparison of water systems.