C56/100
RICEVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,843 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000576
Violations
13
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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 RICEVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT
Is RICEVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT water safe to drink?
RICEVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT water receives a grade of C (56/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 13 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has RICEVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in RICEVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does RICEVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, RICEVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT has 13 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MR, MON, MCL. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does RICEVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT serve?
RICEVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT serves approximately 3,843 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Riceville.
What type of water does RICEVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT provide?
RICEVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT 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 TN0000576.
How does RICEVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
RICEVILLE UTILITY DISTRICT scores 56/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Tennessee state page for a full comparison of water systems.