A91/100
WATTS BAR UTILITY DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 15,571 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000872
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 310.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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 1995.
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 WATTS BAR UTILITY DISTRICT
Is WATTS BAR UTILITY DISTRICT water safe to drink?
WATTS BAR UTILITY DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (91/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has WATTS BAR UTILITY DISTRICT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in WATTS BAR UTILITY DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WATTS BAR UTILITY DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, WATTS BAR UTILITY DISTRICT has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1995. Violation types include MR.
How many people does WATTS BAR UTILITY DISTRICT serve?
WATTS BAR UTILITY DISTRICT serves approximately 15,571 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 2 communities: Harriman, Kingston.
What type of water does WATTS BAR UTILITY DISTRICT provide?
WATTS BAR UTILITY DISTRICT 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 TN0000872.
How does WATTS BAR UTILITY DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
WATTS BAR UTILITY DISTRICT scores 91/100 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.