C54/100
MAURY CO WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 24,488 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000770
Violations
12
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 332.86 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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 2019.
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 MAURY CO WATER SYSTEM
Is MAURY CO WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
MAURY CO WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (54/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 12 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MAURY CO WATER SYSTEM detected?
69 contaminants were tested in MAURY CO WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MAURY CO WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, MAURY CO WATER SYSTEM has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does MAURY CO WATER SYSTEM serve?
MAURY CO WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 24,488 people, Tennessee.
What type of water does MAURY CO WATER SYSTEM provide?
MAURY CO WATER SYSTEM 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 TN0000770.
How does MAURY CO WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
MAURY CO WATER SYSTEM scores 54/100 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.