Water Quality in Knoxville, TN
51 water systems serving 604,627 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Knoxville water systems is 2.3 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 841 |
| Health-based violations | 95 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Knoxville
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Knoxville tap water safe to drink?
Knoxville tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants. Review the individual water system pages below for the latest lead sample results and violation history.
What is the water quality in Knoxville, Tennessee?
Knoxville has 51 public water systems serving approximately 604,627 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 2.3 ppb. There are 841 total violations on record.
Does Knoxville have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 2.3 ppb across Knoxville's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Knoxville?
51 public water systems are registered in Knoxville, Tennessee with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 604,627 people.