A94/100
TENNESSEE AMERICAN WATER — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 211,499 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000107
Violations
0
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.90 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
This system has a clean compliance history.
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 TENNESSEE AMERICAN WATER
Is TENNESSEE AMERICAN WATER water safe to drink?
TENNESSEE AMERICAN WATER water receives a grade of A (94/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 77 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has TENNESSEE AMERICAN WATER detected?
77 contaminants were tested in TENNESSEE AMERICAN WATER's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TENNESSEE AMERICAN WATER have any EPA violations?
No, TENNESSEE AMERICAN WATER has zero EPA violations on record. This indicates consistent compliance with federal drinking water standards.
How many people does TENNESSEE AMERICAN WATER serve?
TENNESSEE AMERICAN WATER serves approximately 211,499 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Chattanooga.
What type of water does TENNESSEE AMERICAN WATER provide?
TENNESSEE AMERICAN WATER 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 TN0000107.
How does TENNESSEE AMERICAN WATER compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
TENNESSEE AMERICAN WATER scores 94/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Tennessee state page for a full comparison of water systems.