Big Sandy, TN (38221) Home Safety Report
EPA data combined for 2 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Big Sandy Water Department)
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 38221 in Big Sandy, TN contain zero recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026. This does not establish that every category was monitored or published, and it does not cover events outside that source window.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water No drinking-water violations in EPA records since 2021.
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.001 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- Radon EPA Zone 2 - county-level radon potential, not a home measurement.
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Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: Score unavailable
Required evidence is missing. Missing values remain unknown and are not imputed or renormalized.
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Required domains
Coverage: 2 of 4 components and 1 of 3 domains observed.
Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.
Safety & Health (5) MODERATE
Your Water System
ZIP code 38221 in Big Sandy, Tennessee is mapped to the water system Big Sandy Water Department (EPA ID: TN0000051). This system provides water to approximately 1,170 people from groundwater sources.
There are 2 community water systems serving this area.
Water Systems Serving This Area
| System Name | EPA ID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Sandy Water Department | TN0000051 | 1,170 | Groundwater |
| Harbor Utility District | TN0000055 | 750 | Groundwater |
Other Water Quality Reports in Tennessee
- 37010 (Adams) - 6 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 37011 (Antioch)
- 37012 (Alexandria) - 104 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 37013 (Antioch) - 3 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 37014 (Arrington)
- 37015 (Ashland City) - 13 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 37016 (Auburntown) - 8 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 37018 (Beechgrove) - 18 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 37019 (Belfast) - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 37020 (Bell Buckle) - 16 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 37022 (Bethpage) - 14 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 37023 (Big Rock) - 6 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 37024 (Brentwood)
- 37025 (Bon Aqua)
- 37026 (Bradyville) - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 37027 (Brentwood) - 14 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 37028 (Bumpus Mills) - 6 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 37029 (Burns)
- 37030 (Carthage) - 41 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 37031 (Castalian Springs) - 12 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 38256 (Springville) - 5 mi
- 38333 (Eva) - 9 mi
- 38320 (Camden) - 12 mi - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 37175 (Stewart) - 12 mi - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 38236 (Mansfield) - 13 mi
- 38222 (Buchanan) - 14 mi - 6 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 38242 (Paris) - 15 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 37134 (New Johnsonville) - 16 mi - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 37185 (Waverly) - 17 mi - 7 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 37178 (Tennessee Ridge) - 17 mi - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Big Sandy Water Department (TN0000051) on EPA.gov.
4 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.
Environmental Hazards (10) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (6) MODERATE
Cost & Community (9) HIGH
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 38221 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 0 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 38221 (primary system: Big Sandy Water Department), including 0 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.
Where does 38221's water come from?
The recorded water source for Big Sandy Water Department, a system mapped to ZIP code 38221, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 1,170 people.
How can I get my water tested in Big Sandy?
If Big Sandy Water Department supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.
Is lead a concern in 38221 tap water?
The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 38221 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.001 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2025-12-31). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.
What is the radon risk for 38221?
38221 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 2 (moderate county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Benton County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Big Sandy, TN (38221) Home Safety Report. https://zipcheckup.com/report/38221/
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Page version: October 2026.
Nearby ZIP Code Reports
Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 38221
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38256 | Springville, TN | 5.3 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 38333 | Eva, TN | 9.1 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 38320 | Camden, TN | 12.3 mi | N/A | 2 |
| 37175 | Stewart, TN | 12.5 mi | N/A | 2 |
| 38236 | Mansfield, TN | 12.8 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 38222 | Buchanan, TN | 13.8 mi | N/A | 6 |
| 38242 | Paris, TN | 14.6 mi | N/A | 1 |
| 37134 | New Johnsonville, TN | 16.3 mi | N/A | 4 |
| 37185 | Waverly, TN | 17.2 mi | N/A | 7 |
| 37178 | Tennessee Ridge, TN | 17.2 mi | N/A | 2 |
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