B66/100
NEWBERN WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,535 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
TN0000496
Violations
31
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
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 NEWBERN WATER DEPT
Is NEWBERN WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
NEWBERN WATER DEPT water receives a grade of B (66/100), which is considered good. 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 NEWBERN WATER DEPT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in NEWBERN WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NEWBERN WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, NEWBERN WATER DEPT has 31 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MR, MON.
How many people does NEWBERN WATER DEPT serve?
NEWBERN WATER DEPT serves approximately 9,535 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Newbern.
What type of water does NEWBERN WATER DEPT provide?
NEWBERN WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TN0000496.
How does NEWBERN WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
NEWBERN WATER DEPT scores 66/100 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.