B76/100
NORTH U.D. OF RHEA COUNTY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,640 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000970
Violations
9
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, 2024 – July 15, 2024Enforcement: 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 NORTH U.D. OF RHEA COUNTY
Is NORTH U.D. OF RHEA COUNTY water safe to drink?
NORTH U.D. OF RHEA COUNTY water receives a grade of B (76/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has NORTH U.D. OF RHEA COUNTY detected?
1 contaminants were tested in NORTH U.D. OF RHEA COUNTY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NORTH U.D. OF RHEA COUNTY have any EPA violations?
Yes, NORTH U.D. OF RHEA COUNTY has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does NORTH U.D. OF RHEA COUNTY serve?
NORTH U.D. OF RHEA COUNTY serves approximately 3,640 people, Tennessee.
What type of water does NORTH U.D. OF RHEA COUNTY provide?
NORTH U.D. OF RHEA COUNTY 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 TN0000970.
How does NORTH U.D. OF RHEA COUNTY compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
NORTH U.D. OF RHEA COUNTY 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.