Water Quality in Lenoir City, TN (37846)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 37846.
Active Health Violations
2 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 85% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
4,579
Population
22
Water Systems
34
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (22)
Lenoir City Utility Board
All resolvedAthens Utilities Board
Harriman Utility Board
All resolvedLoudon Utilities Board
All resolvedMadisonville Water Dept
Tellico Area Services System
All resolvedTellico Village P.O.A.
Sweetwater Utility Board
Etowah Utilities
Rockwood Water, Sewer & Gas
Kingston Water System
Cumberland Utility District
2 health-basedDixie Lee Utility District
Decatur Water Dept
Thompson'S Travel Camp
New Macedonia Baptist Church
Reed Spring Church
Philadelphia Worship Center
Cedar Fork Baptist Church
Ten Mile Church
Highway 11 Package & Deli
Reed Springs Baptist Church
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?
Lenoir City (37846) has more violations than 85% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 34.
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.