B63/100
PIGEON FORGE WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 14,872 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000548
Violations
27
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 340.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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 2010.
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 PIGEON FORGE WATER DEPARTMENT
Is PIGEON FORGE WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
PIGEON FORGE WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of B (63/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PIGEON FORGE WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in PIGEON FORGE WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PIGEON FORGE WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, PIGEON FORGE WATER DEPARTMENT has 27 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2010. Violation types include TT, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does PIGEON FORGE WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
PIGEON FORGE WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 14,872 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Pigeon Forge.
What type of water does PIGEON FORGE WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
PIGEON FORGE 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 TN0000548.
How does PIGEON FORGE WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
PIGEON FORGE WATER DEPARTMENT scores 63/100 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.