Water System Report TN

Sardis Water System

EPA ID: TN0000609 ยท 1,134 people served ยท 7 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Sardis Water System (TN0000609): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. In the most recent five-year monitoring window, Sardis Water System posted zero EPA violations serving 1,134 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,134
People Served
7
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0002 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$148K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$51,311
Median Household Income
33,970
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
73th
Poverty Percentile
79th
Energy Burden Percentile
51%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Sardis Water System serves a community with a median household income of $51,311 and an estimated 33,970 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: 100% 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

Sardis 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
49th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
24th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 59% 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. 12 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 โ†’

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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 $771
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $343
Total Estimated Cost $1,514

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 $1,514 (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

Sardis Water System (EPA ID: TN0000609) is a community water system in Tennessee that serves approximately 1,134 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 7 ZIP codes across 7 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
0.0002 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 Sardis Water System (TN0000609) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sardis Water System water safe to drink?

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

Sardis Water System serves approximately 1,134 people across 7 ZIP codes in Tennessee.

Where does Sardis Water System get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Sardis 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 Sardis Water System serve?
Sardis Water System serves approximately 1,134 people with drinking water across 7 ZIP codes.
What is Sardis Water System's water source?
Sardis Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Sardis Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0002 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Sardis Water System's service area?
The Sardis Water System service area has a median household income of $51,311. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Sardis Water System get its water?
Sardis 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.

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