Water System Report TN

Mount Pleasant Water Sys #1

EPA ID: TN0000488 · 8,914 people served · 5 ZIP codes

Over five tracked years, Mount Pleasant Water Sys #1 has stayed completely violation-free for its 8,914 residents.

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

A · 90
Avg Safety Score
8,914
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$295K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 2 (2022) to 1 (2023). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Mount Pleasant Water Sys #1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$69,467
Median Household Income
82,092
Service Area Population
29%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
49%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Mount Pleasant Water Sys #1 serves a community with a median household income of $69,467 and an estimated 82,092 residents across its service area. Approximately 49% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Mount Pleasant Water Sys #1'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Maury 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

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 16 detections recorded. 4 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 4 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 →

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,340
PFAS Treatment $440
Radon Mitigation $240
Total Estimated Cost $2,020

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 $2,020 (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

MOUNT PLEASANT WATER SYS #1 (EPA ID: TN0000488) is a community water system in Tennessee that serves approximately 8,914 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: A (90/100)

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

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
38474 0.001 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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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 3 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 Mount Pleasant Water Sys #1 (TN0000488) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mount Pleasant Water Sys #1 water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Mount Pleasant Water Sys #1 has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Mount Pleasant Water Sys #1 serve?

Mount Pleasant Water Sys #1 serves approximately 8,914 people across 5 ZIP codes in Tennessee.

Where does Mount Pleasant Water Sys #1 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) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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Lead Service Line Inventory

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

0
Confirmed Lead
49
Galvanized — Replacement Required
2,145
Unknown Material
754
Confirmed Non-Lead

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 2024-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 8,914
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 Mount Pleasant Water Sys #1 safe to drink?
Mount Pleasant Water Sys #1 earns a A safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Mount Pleasant Water Sys #1 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Mount Pleasant Water Sys #1 serve?
Mount Pleasant Water Sys #1 serves approximately 8,914 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Mount Pleasant Water Sys #1's water source?
Mount Pleasant Water Sys #1 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Mount Pleasant Water Sys #1'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 Mount Pleasant Water Sys #1's service area?
The Mount Pleasant Water Sys #1 service area has a median household income of $69,467. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Mount Pleasant Water Sys #1 get its water?
Mount Pleasant Water Sys #1'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.
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