Atwood Water System
EPA ID: TN0000035 · 1,299 people served · 3 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Atwood Water System (TN0000035): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. Searching the federal compliance records for Atwood Water System turns up no EPA violations in any contaminant category the file covers; the utility's service area includes approximately 1,299 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Atwood Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Atwood Water System have a median household income of $51,881 and about 12,024 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 71% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: On average, 86% of census tracts in the counties mapped to this service area are designated disadvantaged by the federal Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST, 2022 version). 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?
Atwood Water System's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.
Infrastructure Risk
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System Overview
Atwood Water System (EPA ID: TN0000035) is a community water system in Tennessee that serves approximately 1,299 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0006 mg/L | No | 2025-12-31 |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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.
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Atwood Water System (TN0000035) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Atwood Water System water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Atwood Water System in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does Atwood Water System serve?
Atwood Water System serves approximately 1,299 people across 3 ZIP codes in Tennessee.
Where does Atwood Water System get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Atwood Water System Water Quality Report, TN. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tn0000035/
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