Water System Report TN

Lebanon Water System

EPA ID: TN0000393 ยท 60,669 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Lebanon Water System (TN0000393): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. EPA monitoring data for Lebanon Water System shows an unblemished five-year compliance history - no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 60,669 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.

Data: EPA SDWIS

F ยท 37
Avg Safety Score
60,669
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$376K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary - Grade F

Service Area Demographics

$83,013
Median Household Income
146,736
Service Area Population
10%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
34%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Lebanon Water System serves a community with a median household income of $83,013 and an estimated 146,736 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Lebanon 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

29 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
40 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 42% 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. 15 detections recorded. 3 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 3 exceed 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†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Tennessee

Smyrna Water System
60,876 people
2 violations
B 3 violations
Hendersonville U.d.
59,034 people
B 1 violation
Bartlett Water System
57,129 people
A 0 violations
Harpeth Valley U.d.
65,518 people
C 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,500
Radon Mitigation $1,200
PFAS Treatment $450
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $3,450

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 $3,450 (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

Lebanon Water System (EPA ID: TN0000393) is a community water system in Tennessee that serves approximately 60,669 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: F (37/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 4 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

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
0.001 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 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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 Lebanon Water System (TN0000393) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lebanon Water System water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Lebanon 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 Lebanon Water System serve?

Lebanon Water System serves approximately 60,669 people across 4 ZIP codes in Tennessee.

Where does Lebanon Water System 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†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Lebanon Water System safe to drink?
Lebanon Water System has a F safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Lebanon Water System meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Lebanon Water System serve?
Lebanon Water System serves approximately 60,669 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Lebanon Water System's water source?
Lebanon Water System draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Lebanon Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Lebanon Water System's service area?
The Lebanon Water System service area has a median household income of $83,013. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Lebanon Water System get its water?
Lebanon 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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Lebanon Water System, TN: Serves 61K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tn0000393/
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  title  = {{Lebanon Water System, TN: Serves 61K People}},
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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

Lebanon Water System (EPA ID: TN0000393) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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