F0/100
SPRING CITY WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,985 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000656
Violations
58
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, 2024 – July 15, 2024Enforcement: 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 SPRING CITY WATER SYSTEM
Is SPRING CITY WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
SPRING CITY WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 58 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SPRING CITY WATER SYSTEM detected?
1 contaminants were tested in SPRING CITY WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SPRING CITY WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, SPRING CITY WATER SYSTEM has 58 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 16 are health-based violations.
How many people does SPRING CITY WATER SYSTEM serve?
SPRING CITY WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 2,985 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Spring City.
What type of water does SPRING CITY WATER SYSTEM provide?
SPRING CITY 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 TN0000656.
How does SPRING CITY WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
SPRING CITY WATER SYSTEM scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Tennessee state page for a full comparison of water systems.