F13/100
MONTEREY WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,072 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000471
Violations
60
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
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – July 25, 2021Enforcement: 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 MONTEREY WATER DEPT
Is MONTEREY WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
MONTEREY WATER DEPT water receives a grade of F (13/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 60 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MONTEREY WATER DEPT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in MONTEREY WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MONTEREY WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, MONTEREY WATER DEPT has 60 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does MONTEREY WATER DEPT serve?
MONTEREY WATER DEPT serves approximately 5,072 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Monterey.
What type of water does MONTEREY WATER DEPT provide?
MONTEREY 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 TN0000471.
How does MONTEREY WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
MONTEREY WATER DEPT scores 13/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Tennessee state page for a full comparison of water systems.