Historical Compliance Records TN

Cedar Grove U.d.

EPA ID: TN0000098 ยท 1,556 people served ยท 9 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Cedar Grove U.d. (TN0000098): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. EPA records: Cedar Grove U.d., 1 past violation, all resolved, 1,556 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,556
People Served
9
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0003 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
1
Contaminants Flagged
$125K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Cedar Grove U.d. Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$52,150
Median Household Income
89,672
Service Area Population
85%
Disadvantaged Population
69th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
53%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Cedar Grove U.d. serves a community with a median household income of $52,150 and an estimated 89,672 residents across its service area. Approximately 53% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 85% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Cedar Grove U.d.'s water is pumped from underground aquifers. 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
27th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
41th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 60% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Cedar Grove U.d. compares to EPA limits

Lead 1 mg/L (action level) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level)
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults

What This Means For You

Lead at 1 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 5 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 1 exceeds state limits.

State limits: PFOA: 0.004 ppt, PFOS: 0.004 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Lead was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

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St Joseph Water System
1,533 people
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1,615 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,825
Radon Mitigation $200
PFAS Treatment $150
Total Estimated Cost $2,175

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,175 (one-time) vs. $5,330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Cedar Grove U.d. (EPA ID: TN0000098) is a community water system in Tennessee that serves approximately 1,556 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 9 ZIP codes across 9 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 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
January 1, 2024 Lead Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead Inorganic 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0003 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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Cedar Grove U.d. (TN0000098) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cedar Grove U.d. water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Cedar Grove U.d.; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Cedar Grove U.d. serve?

Cedar Grove U.d. serves approximately 1,556 people across 9 ZIP codes in Tennessee.

Where does Cedar Grove U.d. get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Cedar Grove U.d.'s water?
Detected contaminants include Lead. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Cedar Grove U.d. serve?
Cedar Grove U.d. serves approximately 1,556 people with drinking water across 9 ZIP codes.
What is Cedar Grove U.d.'s water source?
Cedar Grove U.d. draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Cedar Grove U.d.'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0003 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Cedar Grove U.d.'s service area?
The Cedar Grove U.d. service area has a median household income of $52,150. EPA EJScreen data classifies 85% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Cedar Grove U.d. get its water?
Cedar Grove U.d.'s water is pumped from underground aquifers. 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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

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