Water Quality in Knoxville, TN (37764)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 37764.
Active Health Violations
3 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 72% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
12,562
Population
17
Water Systems
13
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (17)
Knoxville Utilities Board - Kub
First U.D. Of Knox County
Hallsdale-Powell U.D.
West Knox Utility District
All resolvedKnox-Chapman Utility District
All resolvedSevierville Water System
Shady Grove Utility District
All resolvedPigeon Forge Water Department
Smoky Mountain Usa
Smokey Mountain Campground
Golden Estates Trailer Court
3 health-basedKnoxville East Koa
German Crk Dock/Cmp/Rst
Dumplin Valley Inn
Dakota Valley Mobile Home Park
All resolvedSims Point Campground
Swaggerty Sausage
Contaminants Found
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
Knoxville (37764) has more violations than 72% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 13.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.