Water Quality in Knoxville, TN (37830)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 37830.
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 91% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
33,038
Population
20
Water Systems
52
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (20)
Knoxville Utilities Board - Kub
First U.D. Of Knox County
Hallsdale-Powell U.D.
West Knox Utility District
All resolvedOak Ridge Dept Of Public Works
Knox-Chapman Utility District
All resolvedAnderson County Water Auth
All resolvedClinton Utilities Board
Harriman Utility Board
All resolvedRockwood Water, Sewer & Gas
Kingston Water System
Cumberland Utility District
2 health-basedOliver Springs Water Board
1 health-basedDoe K-25 W.P., % A. Trivette
Oak Ridge Associated Universit
Clark Center Office System
Clark Center Bath House
Dept Of Energy, Etmc
Flannigan Loop Warehouse
Lakeside Park
Contaminants Found
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
Knoxville (37830) has more violations than 91% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 52.
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.
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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.