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Knoxville, Tennessee Water Quality Report

Water quality data for 10 water systems serving 574,496 people.

85
Good
out of 100

Water Source

10
Water Systems
574K
People Served
Surface water, Ground water
Water Source

Detected Contaminants

ContaminantDetected LevelEPA Limit (MCL)Health Guideline% of LimitStatus
PFBS0.006 No federal limit2000.0 ug/L(EPA Health Advisory)
0%
Below guideline
PFHxA0.003 No federal limit1000.0 ug/L(EWG)
0%
Below guideline

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your water supply, these filtration systems are recommended:

Reverse Osmosis (RO)

Reverse osmosis systems remove up to 99% of PFAS compounds. Recommended for homes with detected PFAS.

Up to 99% PFAS removal

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Compliance & Violations

Active Violations (7)

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

72

Oct 1, 2024

minor

71

Jul 1, 2024

minor

72

Oct 1, 2023

minor

71

Jul 1, 2023

minor

09

Sep 1, 2018

minor

Resolved Violations (493)

71

Jul 1, 2025

minor

71

Jul 1, 2025

minor

3A

Mar 1, 2025 — Mar 31, 2025

minor

3A

Mar 1, 2025 — Mar 31, 2025

minor

3A

Mar 1, 2025 — Mar 31, 2025

minor

+ 488 more resolved violations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Knoxville tap water safe to drink?

Knoxville's water meets all EPA maximum contaminant levels. However, 2 contaminants were detected at various levels. Some residents may prefer additional filtration for peace of mind.

What contaminants are in Knoxville tap water?

2 contaminants have been detected in Knoxville's water supply across 10 water systems. See the full contaminant table above for details.

How can I improve my water quality in Knoxville?

Install a water filter rated for the specific contaminants found in Knoxville's water. See our filter recommendations above. You can also request your utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current test results.

Does Knoxville have any water quality violations?

Yes, Knoxville currently has 59 active violations. See the violations section above for details.