C46/100
WATERTOWN WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,920 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
TN0000732
Violations
11
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.20 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – July 27, 2021Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 WATERTOWN WATER SYSTEM
Is WATERTOWN WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
WATERTOWN WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (46/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 11 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has WATERTOWN WATER SYSTEM detected?
2 contaminants were tested in WATERTOWN 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 WATERTOWN WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, WATERTOWN WATER SYSTEM has 11 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, TT, MR. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does WATERTOWN WATER SYSTEM serve?
WATERTOWN WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 1,920 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Watertown.
What type of water does WATERTOWN WATER SYSTEM provide?
WATERTOWN WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TN0000732.
How does WATERTOWN WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
WATERTOWN WATER SYSTEM scores 46/100 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.