B72/100
OBION WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,615 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TN0000524
Violations
17
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2012.
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 OBION WATER DEPT
Is OBION WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
OBION WATER DEPT water receives a grade of B (72/100), 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 OBION WATER DEPT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in OBION WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does OBION WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, OBION WATER DEPT has 17 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2012. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does OBION WATER DEPT serve?
OBION WATER DEPT serves approximately 1,615 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Obion.
What type of water does OBION WATER DEPT provide?
OBION WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TN0000524.
How does OBION WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
OBION WATER DEPT scores 72/100 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.