Water Quality in OAK RIDGE, TN (37830)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 37830.
17
Total Violations
4
Health-Based
13
Monitoring / Reporting
17
Resolved
What does this mean?
17 of 17 violations have been resolved. 4 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 13 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (17 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | 1.75 | Apr 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | 1.75 | Apr 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | 1.75 | Apr 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | 1.75 | Apr 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(4)
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
43
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
43
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
43
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
43
2022(13)
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
How Does This Compare?
OAK RIDGE (37830) has 17 recorded violations, including 4 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
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.