D37/100
SOUTH PITTSBURG WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,304 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000651
Violations
40
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 2008.
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 PITTSBURG WATER SYSTEM
Is SOUTH PITTSBURG WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
SOUTH PITTSBURG WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of D (37/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 40 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SOUTH PITTSBURG WATER SYSTEM detected?
38 contaminants were tested in SOUTH PITTSBURG WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SOUTH PITTSBURG WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, SOUTH PITTSBURG WATER SYSTEM has 40 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2008. Violation types include MCL, MR, Other. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does SOUTH PITTSBURG WATER SYSTEM serve?
SOUTH PITTSBURG WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 7,304 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 2 communities: South Pittsburg, South Pattsburg.
What type of water does SOUTH PITTSBURG WATER SYSTEM provide?
SOUTH PITTSBURG WATER SYSTEM 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 TN0000651.
How does SOUTH PITTSBURG WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
SOUTH PITTSBURG WATER SYSTEM scores 37/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Tennessee state page for a full comparison of water systems.