B65/100
NEWPORT UTILITIES BOARD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 34,925 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000500
Violations
20
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1993.
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 NEWPORT UTILITIES BOARD
Is NEWPORT UTILITIES BOARD water safe to drink?
NEWPORT UTILITIES BOARD water receives a grade of B (65/100), which is considered good. 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 NEWPORT UTILITIES BOARD detected?
69 contaminants were tested in NEWPORT UTILITIES BOARD's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NEWPORT UTILITIES BOARD have any EPA violations?
Yes, NEWPORT UTILITIES BOARD has 20 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1993. Violation types include MR, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does NEWPORT UTILITIES BOARD serve?
NEWPORT UTILITIES BOARD serves approximately 34,925 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Newport.
What type of water does NEWPORT UTILITIES BOARD provide?
NEWPORT UTILITIES BOARD 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 TN0000500.
How does NEWPORT UTILITIES BOARD compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
NEWPORT UTILITIES BOARD scores 65/100 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.