Water System Report TN

Clinton Utilities Board

EPA ID: TN0000120 ยท 18,772 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Clinton Utilities Board (TN0000120): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. With a five-year violation-free history, Clinton Utilities Board delivers safe water to 18,772 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

18,772
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0014 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$242K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Clinton Utilities Board Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$76,938
Median Household Income
90,457
Service Area Population
30%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
45th
Energy Burden Percentile
44%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Clinton Utilities Board serves a community with a median household income of $76,938 and an estimated 90,457 residents across its service area. Approximately 44% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Clinton Utilities Board'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

36 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
34 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 51% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 3 detections recorded.

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†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Tennessee

West Warren-viola U.d.
19,009 people
1 violation
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East Montgomery U.d.
18,382 people
2 violations
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $375
Total Estimated Cost $2,775

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,775 (one-time) vs. $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

Clinton Utilities Board (EPA ID: TN0000120) is a community water system in Tennessee that serves approximately 18,772 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0014 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.

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 Clinton Utilities Board (TN0000120) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clinton Utilities Board water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Clinton Utilities Board 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 Clinton Utilities Board serve?

Clinton Utilities Board serves approximately 18,772 people across 4 ZIP codes in Tennessee.

Where does Clinton Utilities Board get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
116

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Clinton Utilities Board meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Clinton Utilities Board serve?
Clinton Utilities Board serves approximately 18,772 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Clinton Utilities Board's water source?
Clinton Utilities Board draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Clinton Utilities Board's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0014 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Clinton Utilities Board's service area?
The Clinton Utilities Board service area has a median household income of $76,938. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Clinton Utilities Board get its water?
Clinton Utilities Board'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Clinton Utilities Board, TN: Serves 19K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tn0000120/
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