C51/100
LINCOLN MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,600 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Groundwater Under Influence of Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000290
Violations
46
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 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, 2023 – June 30, 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 LINCOLN MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY
Is LINCOLN MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY water safe to drink?
LINCOLN MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY water receives a grade of C (51/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 46 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has LINCOLN MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY detected?
1 contaminants were tested in LINCOLN MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LINCOLN MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, LINCOLN MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY has 46 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does LINCOLN MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY serve?
LINCOLN MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY serves approximately 1,600 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Harrogate.
What type of water does LINCOLN MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY provide?
LINCOLN MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY sources its water from groundwater under influence of surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is TN0000290.
How does LINCOLN MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
LINCOLN MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY scores 51/100 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.