B75/100
TELLICO AREA SERVICES SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 14,836 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000726
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
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – August 3, 2023Enforcement: 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 TELLICO AREA SERVICES SYSTEM
Is TELLICO AREA SERVICES SYSTEM water safe to drink?
TELLICO AREA SERVICES SYSTEM water receives a grade of B (75/100), which is considered good. Out of 54 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has TELLICO AREA SERVICES SYSTEM detected?
54 contaminants were tested in TELLICO AREA SERVICES SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TELLICO AREA SERVICES SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, TELLICO AREA SERVICES SYSTEM has 14 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, TT, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does TELLICO AREA SERVICES SYSTEM serve?
TELLICO AREA SERVICES SYSTEM serves approximately 14,836 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Vonore.
What type of water does TELLICO AREA SERVICES SYSTEM provide?
TELLICO AREA SERVICES 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 TN0000726.
How does TELLICO AREA SERVICES SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
TELLICO AREA SERVICES SYSTEM scores 75/100 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.