B67/100
PARSONS WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,303 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000541
Violations
10
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.013 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
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 2014.
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 PARSONS WATER DEPARTMENT
Is PARSONS WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
PARSONS WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of B (67/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, 2 exceed EPA legal limits. 3 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PARSONS WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in PARSONS WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PARSONS WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, PARSONS WATER DEPARTMENT has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MR, TT. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does PARSONS WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
PARSONS WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 4,303 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Parsons.
What type of water does PARSONS WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
PARSONS WATER DEPARTMENT 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 TN0000541.
How does PARSONS WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
PARSONS WATER DEPARTMENT scores 67/100 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.