A83/100
SOUTH ELIZABETHTON U.D. — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,154 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000646
Violations
10
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
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – July 16, 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 SOUTH ELIZABETHTON U.D.
Is SOUTH ELIZABETHTON U.D. water safe to drink?
SOUTH ELIZABETHTON U.D. water receives a grade of A (83/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SOUTH ELIZABETHTON U.D. detected?
31 contaminants were tested in SOUTH ELIZABETHTON U.D.'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SOUTH ELIZABETHTON U.D. have any EPA violations?
Yes, SOUTH ELIZABETHTON U.D. has 10 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 SOUTH ELIZABETHTON U.D. serve?
SOUTH ELIZABETHTON U.D. serves approximately 6,154 people, Tennessee.
What type of water does SOUTH ELIZABETHTON U.D. provide?
SOUTH ELIZABETHTON 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 TN0000646.
How does SOUTH ELIZABETHTON U.D. compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
SOUTH ELIZABETHTON U.D. scores 83/100 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.