B65/100
SPARTA WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 10,899 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000652
Violations
16
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 2018.
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 SPARTA WATER SYSTEM
Is SPARTA WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
SPARTA WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of B (65/100), which is considered good. 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 SPARTA WATER SYSTEM detected?
31 contaminants were tested in SPARTA WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SPARTA WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, SPARTA WATER SYSTEM has 16 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include Other, TT, MR. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does SPARTA WATER SYSTEM serve?
SPARTA WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 10,899 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Sparta.
What type of water does SPARTA WATER SYSTEM provide?
SPARTA 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 TN0000652.
How does SPARTA WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
SPARTA WATER SYSTEM 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.