A85/100
MURFREESBORO WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 111,365 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000491
Violations
8
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
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: August 19, 2023 – September 6, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Maximum Contaminant Level Violation
When: August 1, 2023 – August 31, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: April 1, 2022 – June 30, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: April 1, 2022 – June 30, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 MURFREESBORO WATER DEPARTMENT
Is MURFREESBORO WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
MURFREESBORO WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of A (85/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MURFREESBORO WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in MURFREESBORO WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MURFREESBORO WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, MURFREESBORO WATER DEPARTMENT has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does MURFREESBORO WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
MURFREESBORO WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 111,365 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Murfreesboro.
What type of water does MURFREESBORO WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
MURFREESBORO WATER DEPARTMENT 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 TN0000491.
How does MURFREESBORO WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
MURFREESBORO WATER DEPARTMENT scores 85/100 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.