Surgoinsville Utility District
EPA ID: TN0000682 · 2,609 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Surgoinsville Utility District (TN0000682): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Surgoinsville Utility District has come through without a single EPA violation - a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 2,609 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Surgoinsville Utility District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Surgoinsville Utility District serves a community with a median household income of $37,385 and an estimated 4,446 residents across its service area. Approximately 60% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 69% 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?
Surgoinsville Utility District'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.
Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Tennessee
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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.
System Overview
Surgoinsville Utility District (EPA ID: TN0000682) is a community water system in Tennessee that serves approximately 2,609 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 37873 in Surgoinsville.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.00292 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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree 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.
- 37873 - Surgoinsville
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Surgoinsville Utility District (TN0000682) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Surgoinsville Utility District water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Surgoinsville Utility District 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 Surgoinsville Utility District serve?
Surgoinsville Utility District serves approximately 2,609 people across 1 ZIP code in Tennessee.
Where does Surgoinsville Utility District get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Surgoinsville Utility District Water Quality Report, TN. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tn0000682/
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