Alexandria Water System
EPA ID: TN0000008 · 2,626 people served · 7 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Alexandria Water System (TN0000008): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. Not yet resolved: 1 EPA violation at Alexandria Water System, affecting about 2,626 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Alexandria Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Alexandria Water System serves a community with a median household income of $62,793 and an estimated 11,060 residents across its service area. Approximately 50% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 60% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Alexandria Water System's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Alexandria Water System compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
Surface Water Treatment Rule at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Stage 1 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 8 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 1 exceeds state limits.
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.
System Overview
Alexandria Water System (EPA ID: TN0000008) is a community water system in Tennessee that serves approximately 2,626 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 7 ZIP codes across 7 communities.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 11 resolved, 2 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2025 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Non-health-based | Archived |
| July 1, 2025 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Non-health-based | Archived |
| July 1, 2025 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| July 1, 2024 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2024 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2024 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2024 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2024 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2022 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| September 5, 2022 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| April 1, 2022 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2022 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2021 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Failure | 5 | No |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 3 | Yes |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 2 | No |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 1 | No |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Failure | 1 | No |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting Failure | 1 | No |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 1 | No |
Health Risk Details
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) (EPA limit: 0.08 mg/L)
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns At-risk groups: pregnant women, long-term consumers of chlorinated water, people who frequently shower in chlorinated water.
Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, point-of-entry aeration. Find the right filter →
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0004 mg/L | No | N/A |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by TN or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.
- 37012 - Alexandria
- 37059 - Dowelltown
- 37095 - Liberty
- 38547 - Brush Creek
- 38563 - Gordonsville
- 38567 - Hickman
- 38569 - Lancaster
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Alexandria Water System (TN0000008) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Alexandria Water System water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.
How many people does Alexandria Water System serve?
Alexandria Water System serves approximately 2,626 people across 7 ZIP codes in Tennessee.
Where does Alexandria Water System get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
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What You Can Do
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