D35/100
WAYNESBORO WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,354 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TN0000736
Violations
54
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 2021.
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 WAYNESBORO WATER SYSTEM
Is WAYNESBORO WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
WAYNESBORO WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of D (35/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 54 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has WAYNESBORO WATER SYSTEM detected?
34 contaminants were tested in WAYNESBORO WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WAYNESBORO WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, WAYNESBORO WATER SYSTEM has 54 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include TT, MR, Other. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does WAYNESBORO WATER SYSTEM serve?
WAYNESBORO WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 5,354 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Waynesboro.
What type of water does WAYNESBORO WATER SYSTEM provide?
WAYNESBORO WATER SYSTEM 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 TN0000736.
How does WAYNESBORO WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
WAYNESBORO WATER SYSTEM scores 35/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Tennessee state page for a full comparison of water systems.