A88/100
SOMERVILLE WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,020 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TN0000641
Violations
5
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2012.
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 SOMERVILLE WATER SYSTEM
Is SOMERVILLE WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
SOMERVILLE WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of A (88/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 38 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SOMERVILLE WATER SYSTEM detected?
38 contaminants were tested in SOMERVILLE WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SOMERVILLE WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, SOMERVILLE WATER SYSTEM has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2012. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does SOMERVILLE WATER SYSTEM serve?
SOMERVILLE WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 5,020 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Somerville.
What type of water does SOMERVILLE WATER SYSTEM provide?
SOMERVILLE WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TN0000641.
How does SOMERVILLE WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
SOMERVILLE WATER SYSTEM scores 88/100 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.