D31/100
PLATEAU UTILITY DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 12,074 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000729
Violations
62
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)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
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 PLATEAU UTILITY DISTRICT
Is PLATEAU UTILITY DISTRICT water safe to drink?
PLATEAU UTILITY DISTRICT water receives a grade of D (31/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 62 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PLATEAU UTILITY DISTRICT detected?
54 contaminants were tested in PLATEAU UTILITY DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PLATEAU UTILITY DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, PLATEAU UTILITY DISTRICT has 62 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does PLATEAU UTILITY DISTRICT serve?
PLATEAU UTILITY DISTRICT serves approximately 12,074 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Wartburg.
What type of water does PLATEAU UTILITY DISTRICT provide?
PLATEAU UTILITY DISTRICT 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 TN0000729.
How does PLATEAU UTILITY DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
PLATEAU UTILITY DISTRICT scores 31/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Tennessee state page for a full comparison of water systems.