B68/100
PETERSBURG WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,078 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000544
Violations
17
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, 2021 – August 4, 2021Enforcement: 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 PETERSBURG WATER SYSTEM
Is PETERSBURG WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
PETERSBURG WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of B (68/100), 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 PETERSBURG WATER SYSTEM detected?
1 contaminants were tested in PETERSBURG WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PETERSBURG WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, PETERSBURG WATER SYSTEM has 17 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does PETERSBURG WATER SYSTEM serve?
PETERSBURG WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 1,078 people, Tennessee.
What type of water does PETERSBURG WATER SYSTEM provide?
PETERSBURG WATER SYSTEM 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 TN0000544.
How does PETERSBURG WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
PETERSBURG WATER SYSTEM scores 68/100 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.