C53/100
RIVER ROAD UTILITY DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,613 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000582
Violations
36
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 – July 27, 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 RIVER ROAD UTILITY DISTRICT
Is RIVER ROAD UTILITY DISTRICT water safe to drink?
RIVER ROAD UTILITY DISTRICT water receives a grade of C (53/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 36 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has RIVER ROAD UTILITY DISTRICT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in RIVER ROAD UTILITY DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does RIVER ROAD UTILITY DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, RIVER ROAD UTILITY DISTRICT has 36 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does RIVER ROAD UTILITY DISTRICT serve?
RIVER ROAD UTILITY DISTRICT serves approximately 3,613 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Ashland City.
What type of water does RIVER ROAD UTILITY DISTRICT provide?
RIVER ROAD 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 TN0000582.
How does RIVER ROAD UTILITY DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
RIVER ROAD UTILITY DISTRICT scores 53/100 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.