F9/100
WARTRACE WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,983 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000730
Violations
48
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.70 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.008 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
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 WARTRACE WATER SYSTEM
Is WARTRACE WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
WARTRACE WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of F (9/100), which is considered failing. 3 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 48 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has WARTRACE WATER SYSTEM detected?
32 contaminants were tested in WARTRACE WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), PFOA, PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 3 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WARTRACE WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, WARTRACE WATER SYSTEM has 48 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MON, MCL. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does WARTRACE WATER SYSTEM serve?
WARTRACE WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 3,983 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 2 communities: Wartrace, Watrtace.
What type of water does WARTRACE WATER SYSTEM provide?
WARTRACE WATER SYSTEM sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is TN0000730.
How does WARTRACE WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
WARTRACE WATER SYSTEM scores 9/100 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.