D31/100
LIVINGSTON WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 15,733 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000405
Violations
26
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
3
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2022 – October 25, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
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 LIVINGSTON WATER DEPT
Is LIVINGSTON WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
LIVINGSTON WATER DEPT water receives a grade of D (31/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 26 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has LIVINGSTON WATER DEPT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in LIVINGSTON WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LIVINGSTON WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, LIVINGSTON WATER DEPT has 26 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 10 are health-based violations.
How many people does LIVINGSTON WATER DEPT serve?
LIVINGSTON WATER DEPT serves approximately 15,733 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Livingston.
What type of water does LIVINGSTON WATER DEPT provide?
LIVINGSTON WATER DEPT 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 TN0000405.
How does LIVINGSTON WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
LIVINGSTON WATER DEPT scores 31/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Tennessee state page for a full comparison of water systems.