Water System Report TN

West Wilson Utility District

EPA ID: TN0000743 ยท 86,978 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for West Wilson Utility District (TN0000743): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Zero EPA violations over five years - West Wilson Utility District has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 86,978.

Data: EPA SDWIS

86,978
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$360K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for West Wilson Utility District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$87,450
Median Household Income
144,122
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
37th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
42%
Pre-1986 Housing

The West Wilson Utility District serves a community with a median household income of $87,450 and an estimated 144,122 residents across its service area. Approximately 42% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

West Wilson 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.

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

Infrastructure Risk

29 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
39 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 43% 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. 5 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 1 exceeds 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

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84,315 people
C 0 violations
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91,111 people
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Madison Suburban U.d.
81,203 people
C 1 violation
Cleveland Utilities
95,087 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,600
Radon Mitigation $933
Water Filtration $200
PFAS Treatment $200
Total Estimated Cost $2,933

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 $2,933 (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

West Wilson Utility District (EPA ID: TN0000743) is a community water system in Tennessee that serves approximately 86,978 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 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
0.001 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.

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 West Wilson Utility District (TN0000743) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is West Wilson Utility District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for West Wilson 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 West Wilson Utility District serve?

West Wilson Utility District serves approximately 86,978 people across 3 ZIP codes in Tennessee.

Where does West Wilson Utility District 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†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
West Wilson Utility District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does West Wilson Utility District serve?
West Wilson Utility District serves approximately 86,978 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is West Wilson Utility District's water source?
West Wilson Utility District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in West Wilson Utility District'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 West Wilson Utility District's service area?
The West Wilson Utility District service area has a median household income of $87,450. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does West Wilson Utility District get its water?
West Wilson 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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). West Wilson Utility District, TN: Serves 87K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tn0000743/
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