B63/100
ROCKY TOP WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,963 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000383
Violations
34
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
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2021 – October 27, 2021Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – August 10, 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 ROCKY TOP WATER DEPT
Is ROCKY TOP WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
ROCKY TOP WATER DEPT water receives a grade of B (63/100), 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 ROCKY TOP WATER DEPT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in ROCKY TOP WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ROCKY TOP WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, ROCKY TOP WATER DEPT has 34 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does ROCKY TOP WATER DEPT serve?
ROCKY TOP WATER DEPT serves approximately 1,963 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Lake City.
What type of water does ROCKY TOP WATER DEPT provide?
ROCKY TOP WATER DEPT 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 TN0000383.
How does ROCKY TOP WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
ROCKY TOP WATER DEPT 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.