A81/100
LOUDON UTILITIES BOARD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 16,047 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000409
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 520.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 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, 2024 – July 19, 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 LOUDON UTILITIES BOARD
Is LOUDON UTILITIES BOARD water safe to drink?
LOUDON UTILITIES BOARD water receives a grade of A (81/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has LOUDON UTILITIES BOARD detected?
69 contaminants were tested in LOUDON UTILITIES BOARD's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LOUDON UTILITIES BOARD have any EPA violations?
Yes, LOUDON UTILITIES BOARD has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does LOUDON UTILITIES BOARD serve?
LOUDON UTILITIES BOARD serves approximately 16,047 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Loudon.
What type of water does LOUDON UTILITIES BOARD provide?
LOUDON 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 TN0000409.
How does LOUDON UTILITIES BOARD compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
LOUDON UTILITIES BOARD scores 81/100 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.