C45/100
SOUTH CUMBERLAND U.D. — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 12,233 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000159
Violations
24
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 2015.
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 CUMBERLAND U.D.
Is SOUTH CUMBERLAND U.D. water safe to drink?
SOUTH CUMBERLAND U.D. water receives a grade of C (45/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 24 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SOUTH CUMBERLAND U.D. detected?
69 contaminants were tested in SOUTH CUMBERLAND U.D.'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SOUTH CUMBERLAND U.D. have any EPA violations?
Yes, SOUTH CUMBERLAND U.D. has 24 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include MCL, MR. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does SOUTH CUMBERLAND U.D. serve?
SOUTH CUMBERLAND U.D. serves approximately 12,233 people, Tennessee.
What type of water does SOUTH CUMBERLAND U.D. provide?
SOUTH CUMBERLAND U.D. sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is TN0000159.
How does SOUTH CUMBERLAND U.D. compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
SOUTH CUMBERLAND U.D. scores 45/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Tennessee state page for a full comparison of water systems.