A82/100
SAVANNAH UTILITY DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 19,495 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TN0000611
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.016 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
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 2021.
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 SAVANNAH UTILITY DEPT
Is SAVANNAH UTILITY DEPT water safe to drink?
SAVANNAH UTILITY DEPT water receives a grade of A (82/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SAVANNAH UTILITY DEPT detected?
66 contaminants were tested in SAVANNAH UTILITY DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SAVANNAH UTILITY DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, SAVANNAH UTILITY DEPT has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does SAVANNAH UTILITY DEPT serve?
SAVANNAH UTILITY DEPT serves approximately 19,495 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Savannah.
What type of water does SAVANNAH UTILITY DEPT provide?
SAVANNAH UTILITY DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TN0000611.
How does SAVANNAH UTILITY DEPT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
SAVANNAH UTILITY DEPT scores 82/100 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.