C55/100
SPRINGFIELD WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 43,338 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000666
Violations
14
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 2020.
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 SPRINGFIELD WATER SYSTEM
Is SPRINGFIELD WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
SPRINGFIELD WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (55/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 14 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SPRINGFIELD WATER SYSTEM detected?
69 contaminants were tested in SPRINGFIELD WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SPRINGFIELD WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, SPRINGFIELD WATER SYSTEM has 14 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include Other, TT, MR. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does SPRINGFIELD WATER SYSTEM serve?
SPRINGFIELD WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 43,338 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Springfield.
What type of water does SPRINGFIELD WATER SYSTEM provide?
SPRINGFIELD 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 TN0000666.
How does SPRINGFIELD WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
SPRINGFIELD WATER SYSTEM scores 55/100 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.