A81/100
MARSHALL CO B.P.U. #1 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 13,257 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000105
Violations
4
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 2006.
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 MARSHALL CO B.P.U. #1
Is MARSHALL CO B.P.U. #1 water safe to drink?
MARSHALL CO B.P.U. #1 water receives a grade of A (81/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MARSHALL CO B.P.U. #1 detected?
31 contaminants were tested in MARSHALL CO B.P.U. #1's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MARSHALL CO B.P.U. #1 have any EPA violations?
Yes, MARSHALL CO B.P.U. #1 has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2006. Violation types include MCL, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does MARSHALL CO B.P.U. #1 serve?
MARSHALL CO B.P.U. #1 serves approximately 13,257 people, Tennessee.
What type of water does MARSHALL CO B.P.U. #1 provide?
MARSHALL CO B.P.U. #1 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 TN0000105.
How does MARSHALL CO B.P.U. #1 compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
MARSHALL CO B.P.U. #1 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.