C52/100
TRENTON WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,155 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TN0000707
Violations
29
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.021 µg/L | 0.004 µg/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 TRENTON WATER SYSTEM
Is TRENTON WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
TRENTON WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (52/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 29 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has TRENTON WATER SYSTEM detected?
31 contaminants were tested in TRENTON WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TRENTON WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, TRENTON WATER SYSTEM has 29 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2008. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does TRENTON WATER SYSTEM serve?
TRENTON WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 5,155 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Trenton.
What type of water does TRENTON WATER SYSTEM provide?
TRENTON WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TN0000707.
How does TRENTON WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
TRENTON WATER SYSTEM scores 52/100 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.