Water System Report TN

Spring Hill Water Department

EPA ID: TN0000667 · 65,840 people served · 4 ZIP codes

Even as other utilities in the region logged violations, Spring Hill Water Department kept a clean EPA record — five years, no issues, 65,840 people served.

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

A · 90
Avg Safety Score
65,840
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0005 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$476K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 91% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 8 (2022) to 4 (2023). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Spring Hill Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$110,134
Median Household Income
201,526
Service Area Population
15%
Disadvantaged Population
35th
Poverty Percentile
35th
Energy Burden Percentile
26%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Spring Hill Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $110,134 and an estimated 201,526 residents across its service area.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Spring Hill Water Department'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 Williamson 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

30 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
38 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 44% 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. 19 detections recorded. 5 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 5 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

Similar-sized systems in Tennessee

C 0 violations
B 3 violations
Harpeth Valley U.d.
64,359 people
0 violations
Hixson Utility District
68,306 people
B 0 violations
Smyrna Water System
60,876 people
D 2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,350
Radon Mitigation $600
PFAS Treatment $575
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $2,675

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 $2,675 (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

Spring Hill Water Department (EPA ID: TN0000667) is a community water system in Tennessee that serves approximately 65,840 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 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
37174 0.0005 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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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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: 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 Spring Hill Water Department (TN0000667) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spring Hill Water Department water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Spring Hill Water Department has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Spring Hill Water Department serve?

Spring Hill Water Department serves approximately 65,840 people across 4 ZIP codes in Tennessee.

Where does Spring Hill Water Department get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Contact Your Water Utility

Public-record contact information for the water utility serving this system. Use these channels to request water quality reports, ask about service, or report issues directly.

Phone
931.489.5791
ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility, does not act as its agent, and does not provide customer support for it. Contact details shown are public-record information from CCR filings. For service issues, contact the utility directly using the information above.
Address
199 Town Center Parkway | PO Box 789, Spring Hill, Tennessee 37174

Contact information from City of Spring Hill Consumer Confidence Report.

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Water Source & Treatment

Where this water originates and how it's treated before reaching your tap.

Source
Surface water
Drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs.
Disinfectant used
Chlorine
Treatment chemicals reported
chlorine

Source: City of Spring Hill Consumer Confidence Report.

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility. Treatment and source data are sourced from the utility's published CCR filings.

Source water assessment from City of Spring Hill Consumer Confidence Report:
The City of Spring Hill Water source has been rated as slightly susceptible to potential contamination.

Treatment regime

How this utility classifies its treatment process and what each reported treatment chemical does.

Treatment classification
Standard
Disinfection plus one or more treatment additives — typically corrosion control, pH adjustment, or fluoridation. Standard regime for utilities serving treated municipal water.

Treatment chemicals and what each one does

Chemical names are reported verbatim by the utility. Purpose categories are ZipCheckup annotations based on standard drinking-water treatment practice.

Disinfectant
Inactivates bacteria, viruses, and parasites in the treated water.
chlorine

Treatment classification and chemical list sourced from City of Spring Hill Consumer Confidence Report.

Treatment intensity is a ZipCheckup-derived classification based on the chemicals and processes the utility reports. Chemicals and contamination sources are taken verbatim from the utility's CCR filing. Routine federal monitoring and contaminant testing shown elsewhere on this page determine whether the water meets safety standards, not the treatment classification.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
116
Detections
7
Latest sample
10/17/2023
Highest analyte
PFBS: 9.4 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBS 9.4 ppt
PFOA 6.1 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFPeA 5.9 ppt
PFHxA 5.4 ppt
PFHpA 3.2 ppt

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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PFAS Substances Detected in This System

This water system's Consumer Confidence Report disclosed the following PFAS compounds. Levels are from the utility's most recent reporting cycle.

Substance Detected level EPA limit Status
PFBS
Perfluorobutanesulfonic acid
EPA-regulated (2024 NPDWR)
Component of EPA Hazard Index — combined exposure assessed against unitless threshold of 1.0.
9.4 ppt No federal limit set
PFHxA
Not yet EPA-regulated
3.2 ppt No federal limit set
PFHxS
Perfluorohexanesulfonic acid
EPA-regulated (2024 NPDWR)
4.35 ppt 10 ppt Below EPA limit
PFOA
Perfluorooctanoic acid
EPA-regulated (2024 NPDWR)
6.1 ppt 4 ppt Above EPA limit
PFPeA
Not yet EPA-regulated
5.9 ppt No federal limit set

In April 2024, EPA finalized the first National Primary Drinking Water Regulation for six PFAS. Public water systems have until 2029 to comply. EPA — PFAS regulation overview →

Source: Consumer Confidence Report disclosed by City of Spring Hill.

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility. PFAS detection data is sourced from public Consumer Confidence Reports filed by the utility itself.

Learn more about PFAS health effects and filtration →

Lead service line replacement plan from City of Spring Hill Consumer Confidence Report:
The City of Spring Hill Distribution System has no lead lines, galvanized requiring replacement lines, or unknown lines. Crews have physically checked service lines using the scratch test method on all addresses that were installed before the Lead Contamination Control Act of 1988.

Lead Service Line Replacement Tracker

This water utility's lead service line (LSL) replacement program is tracked from public Consumer Confidence Report filings. Email signup notifies subscribers when the utility files an updated replacement plan or progress milestone.

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City of Spring Hill

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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
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
39,715
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: 65,840
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 Spring Hill Water Department safe to drink?
Spring Hill Water Department 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?
Spring Hill Water Department meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Spring Hill Water Department serve?
Spring Hill Water Department serves approximately 65,840 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Spring Hill Water Department's water source?
Spring Hill Water Department draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Spring Hill Water Department's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0005 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Spring Hill Water Department's service area?
The Spring Hill Water Department service area has a median household income of $110,134. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Spring Hill Water Department get its water?
Spring Hill Water Department'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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