A81/100
RUTHERFORD WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,404 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TN0000599
Violations
16
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – August 9, 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 RUTHERFORD WATER WORKS
Is RUTHERFORD WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
RUTHERFORD WATER WORKS water receives a grade of A (81/100), which is considered excellent. 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 RUTHERFORD WATER WORKS detected?
1 contaminants were tested in RUTHERFORD WATER WORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does RUTHERFORD WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, RUTHERFORD WATER WORKS has 16 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does RUTHERFORD WATER WORKS serve?
RUTHERFORD WATER WORKS serves approximately 1,404 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Rutherford.
What type of water does RUTHERFORD WATER WORKS provide?
RUTHERFORD WATER WORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TN0000599.
How does RUTHERFORD WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
RUTHERFORD WATER WORKS scores 81/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Tennessee state page for a full comparison of water systems.