F0/100
TN AMERICAN - SEQUATCHIE VALLEY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,842 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000749
Violations
62
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 2011.
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 TN AMERICAN - SEQUATCHIE VALLEY
Is TN AMERICAN - SEQUATCHIE VALLEY water safe to drink?
TN AMERICAN - SEQUATCHIE VALLEY water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 62 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has TN AMERICAN - SEQUATCHIE VALLEY detected?
34 contaminants were tested in TN AMERICAN - SEQUATCHIE VALLEY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TN AMERICAN - SEQUATCHIE VALLEY have any EPA violations?
Yes, TN AMERICAN - SEQUATCHIE VALLEY has 62 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2011. Violation types include MCL, TT, MR. 16 are health-based violations.
How many people does TN AMERICAN - SEQUATCHIE VALLEY serve?
TN AMERICAN - SEQUATCHIE VALLEY serves approximately 7,842 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Whitwell.
What type of water does TN AMERICAN - SEQUATCHIE VALLEY provide?
TN AMERICAN - SEQUATCHIE VALLEY 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 TN0000749.
How does TN AMERICAN - SEQUATCHIE VALLEY compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
TN AMERICAN - SEQUATCHIE VALLEY 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.