B79/100
SCOTTS HILL WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,579 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TN0000614
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.008 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
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 – August 18, 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 SCOTTS HILL WATER SYSTEM
Is SCOTTS HILL WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
SCOTTS HILL WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of B (79/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SCOTTS HILL WATER SYSTEM detected?
31 contaminants were tested in SCOTTS HILL WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SCOTTS HILL WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, SCOTTS HILL WATER SYSTEM has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does SCOTTS HILL WATER SYSTEM serve?
SCOTTS HILL WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 4,579 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Scotts Hill.
What type of water does SCOTTS HILL WATER SYSTEM provide?
SCOTTS HILL WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TN0000614.
How does SCOTTS HILL WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
SCOTTS HILL WATER SYSTEM scores 79/100 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.