Historical Compliance Records TN

Lincoln Company B.p.u. #2

EPA ID: TN0000884 ยท 2,350 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Lincoln Company B.p.u. #2 (TN0000884): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. EPA records: Lincoln Company B.p.u. #2, 1 past violation, all resolved, 2,350 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,350
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
1
Contaminants Flagged
$223K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Lincoln Company B.p.u. #2 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$64,139
Median Household Income
29,029
Service Area Population
44%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
46%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Lincoln Company B.p.u. #2 serves a community with a median household income of $64,139 and an estimated 29,029 residents across its service area. Approximately 46% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 44% 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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Lincoln Company B.p.u. #2'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

Infrastructure Risk

31 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
39 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 44% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Lincoln Company B.p.u. #2 compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 7 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 2 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

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $600
PFAS Treatment $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,950

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,950 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Lincoln Company B.p.u. #2 (EPA ID: TN0000884) is a community water system in Tennessee that serves approximately 2,350 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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 Lincoln Company B.p.u. #2 (TN0000884) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lincoln Company B.p.u. #2 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Lincoln Company B.p.u. #2; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Lincoln Company B.p.u. #2 serve?

Lincoln Company B.p.u. #2 serves approximately 2,350 people across 4 ZIP codes in Tennessee.

Where does Lincoln Company B.p.u. #2 get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Lincoln Company B.p.u. #2's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Lincoln Company B.p.u. #2 serve?
Lincoln Company B.p.u. #2 serves approximately 2,350 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Lincoln Company B.p.u. #2's water source?
Lincoln Company B.p.u. #2 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Lincoln Company B.p.u. #2'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 Lincoln Company B.p.u. #2's service area?
The Lincoln Company B.p.u. #2 service area has a median household income of $64,139. EPA EJScreen data classifies 44% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Lincoln Company B.p.u. #2 get its water?
Lincoln Company B.p.u. #2'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

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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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