Monitoring Violations TN

Henry Water System

EPA ID: TN0000296 · 511 people served · 4 ZIP codes

In the most recent EPA reporting cycle, Henry Water System carried 1 violation still marked as unresolved — each remains active in the federal enforcement ledger while the utility continues operations for its service population of approximately 511 people across the area it supplies.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

B · 78
Avg Safety Score
511
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0007 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
3
Contaminants Flagged
$120K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Henry Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$46,585
Median Household Income
13,111
Service Area Population
97%
Disadvantaged Population
77th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
51%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Henry Water System serves a community with a median household income of $46,585 and an estimated 13,111 residents across its service area. Approximately 51% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 97% 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?

Groundwater

Henry Water System'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
13th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
18th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Carroll County, Tennessee rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

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 Henry Water System compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance
Flood Insurance $1,800
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,800 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

HENRY WATER SYSTEM (EPA ID: TN0000296) is a community water system in Tennessee that serves approximately 511 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: B (78/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

3 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

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 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
38231 0.0007 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

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

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ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 2 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 2 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Henry Water System (TN0000296) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Henry Water System water safe to drink?

Henry Water System has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Henry Water System serve?

Henry Water System serves approximately 511 people across 4 ZIP codes in Tennessee.

Where does Henry Water System get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
300
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 511
Reported to Tennessee

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Henry Water System safe to drink?
Henry Water System earns a B safety grade with 3 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Henry Water System's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule, Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Revised Total Coliform Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 3 contaminants 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 Henry Water System serve?
Henry Water System serves approximately 511 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Henry Water System's water source?
Henry Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Henry Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0007 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Henry Water System's service area?
The Henry Water System service area has a median household income of $46,585. EPA EJScreen data classifies 97% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Henry Water System get its water?
Henry Water System'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.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

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