B66/100
WEST TN STATE PENITENTIARY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,250 people · Tennessee
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TN0000245
Violations
31
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
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – July 1, 2023Enforcement: 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 WEST TN STATE PENITENTIARY
Is WEST TN STATE PENITENTIARY water safe to drink?
WEST TN STATE PENITENTIARY water receives a grade of B (66/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has WEST TN STATE PENITENTIARY detected?
1 contaminants were tested in WEST TN STATE PENITENTIARY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WEST TN STATE PENITENTIARY have any EPA violations?
Yes, WEST TN STATE PENITENTIARY has 31 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does WEST TN STATE PENITENTIARY serve?
WEST TN STATE PENITENTIARY serves approximately 3,250 people, Tennessee. The system provides water to 1 community: Henning.
What type of water does WEST TN STATE PENITENTIARY provide?
WEST TN STATE PENITENTIARY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TN0000245.
How does WEST TN STATE PENITENTIARY compare to other utilities in Tennessee?
WEST TN STATE PENITENTIARY scores 66/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Tennessee state page for a full comparison of water systems.