B76/100
NEW MARKET UTILITY DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,703 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000499
Violations
17
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.007 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – August 4, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2023 – July 9, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – August 2, 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 NEW MARKET UTILITY DISTRICT
Is NEW MARKET UTILITY DISTRICT water safe to drink?
NEW MARKET UTILITY DISTRICT water receives a grade of B (76/100), which is considered good. Out of 34 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has NEW MARKET UTILITY DISTRICT detected?
34 contaminants were tested in NEW MARKET UTILITY DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NEW MARKET UTILITY DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, NEW MARKET UTILITY DISTRICT has 17 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does NEW MARKET UTILITY DISTRICT serve?
NEW MARKET UTILITY DISTRICT serves approximately 5,703 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: New Market.
What type of water does NEW MARKET UTILITY DISTRICT provide?
NEW MARKET UTILITY DISTRICT 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 TN0000499.
How does NEW MARKET UTILITY DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
NEW MARKET UTILITY DISTRICT scores 76/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Tennessee state page for a full comparison of water systems.