A85/100
TENNESSEE RIDGE WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,169 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TN0000698
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.51 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
Full EPA compliance since 2008.
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 RIDGE WATER SYSTEM
Is TENNESSEE RIDGE WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
TENNESSEE RIDGE WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of A (85/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 35 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 RIDGE WATER SYSTEM detected?
35 contaminants were tested in TENNESSEE RIDGE WATER SYSTEM'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 RIDGE WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, TENNESSEE RIDGE WATER SYSTEM has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2008. Violation types include MR.
How many people does TENNESSEE RIDGE WATER SYSTEM serve?
TENNESSEE RIDGE WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 4,169 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Tennessee Ridge.
What type of water does TENNESSEE RIDGE WATER SYSTEM provide?
TENNESSEE RIDGE WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TN0000698.
How does TENNESSEE RIDGE WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
TENNESSEE RIDGE WATER SYSTEM scores 85/100 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.