Water System Report TN

West Stewart Utility District

EPA ID: TN0000916 · 555 people served · 2 ZIP codes

West Stewart Utility District carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 555 residents.

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

555
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$184K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 4 (2022) to 2 (2023). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$57,146
Median Household Income
12,562
Service Area Population
50%
Disadvantaged Population
65th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
56%
Pre-1986 Housing

The West Stewart Utility District serves a community with a median household income of $57,146 and an estimated 12,562 residents across its service area. Approximately 56% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 50% 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?

Surface Water

West Stewart 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
45th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
15th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Stewart 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

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 69% 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. 2 detections recorded.

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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,800
PFAS Treatment $500
Water Filtration $450
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $3,150

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 $3,150 (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 Stewart Utility District (EPA ID: TN0000916) is a community water system in Tennessee that serves approximately 555 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

Need help with your water quality?

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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for West Stewart Utility District (TN0000916) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is West Stewart Utility District water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, West Stewart Utility District has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does West Stewart Utility District serve?

West Stewart Utility District serves approximately 555 people across 2 ZIP codes in Tennessee.

Where does West Stewart Utility District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
244
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: 629
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

Should I use a water filter?
West Stewart 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 Stewart Utility District serve?
West Stewart Utility District serves approximately 555 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is West Stewart Utility District's water source?
West Stewart Utility District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of West Stewart Utility District's service area?
The West Stewart Utility District service area has a median household income of $57,146. EPA EJScreen data classifies 50% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does West Stewart Utility District get its water?
West Stewart 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.
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