A82/100
MADISONVILLE WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 15,087 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000425
Violations
7
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2008.
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 MADISONVILLE WATER DEPT
Is MADISONVILLE WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
MADISONVILLE WATER DEPT water receives a grade of A (82/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MADISONVILLE WATER DEPT detected?
76 contaminants were tested in MADISONVILLE WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MADISONVILLE WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, MADISONVILLE WATER DEPT has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2008. Violation types include MR, MCL, TT. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does MADISONVILLE WATER DEPT serve?
MADISONVILLE WATER DEPT serves approximately 15,087 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Madisonville.
What type of water does MADISONVILLE WATER DEPT provide?
MADISONVILLE WATER DEPT sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is TN0000425.
How does MADISONVILLE WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
MADISONVILLE WATER DEPT scores 82/100 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.