B65/100
SOUTH BLOUNT UTILITY DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 53,864 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000643
Violations
13
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 390.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 1 — URGENTUnresolved
Maximum Contaminant Level Violation
When: May 1, 2025 – May 31, 2025Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 SOUTH BLOUNT UTILITY DISTRICT
Is SOUTH BLOUNT UTILITY DISTRICT water safe to drink?
SOUTH BLOUNT UTILITY DISTRICT water receives a grade of B (65/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SOUTH BLOUNT UTILITY DISTRICT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in SOUTH BLOUNT UTILITY DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SOUTH BLOUNT UTILITY DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, SOUTH BLOUNT UTILITY DISTRICT has 13 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MCL, MR, Other. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does SOUTH BLOUNT UTILITY DISTRICT serve?
SOUTH BLOUNT UTILITY DISTRICT serves approximately 53,864 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Maryville.
What type of water does SOUTH BLOUNT UTILITY DISTRICT provide?
SOUTH BLOUNT UTILITY DISTRICT sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is TN0000643.
How does SOUTH BLOUNT UTILITY DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
SOUTH BLOUNT UTILITY DISTRICT scores 65/100 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.