Is Apison, TN Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Apison, TN tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Contaminants including lithium have been detected at or below guideline thresholds.
Where Does Apison Get Its Water?
Water in Apison, TN is provided by 1 public water system: EASTSIDE UTILITY DISTRICT.
How Is Apison Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine and on-site generated disinfectant. Treatment includes conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration) and post-ozone biofiltration.
What's in Apison Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Apison public water systems. All detected levels fall at or below EPA health guidelines in this dataset.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lithium | 9 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFBA | 0.0095 µg/L | — | 1 ZIP | Within guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| HFPO-DA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 11Cl-PF3OUdS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Apison
Current EPA monitoring data for Apison shows contaminant levels within guideline thresholds across all ZIP codes in this dataset. As with all public water systems, sensitive populations may choose to use a certified filter for additional peace of mind.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Apison Tap Water
Is Apison tap water safe to drink?
Apison tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Sensitive populations may still choose to use a certified filter as a precaution.
What contaminants are in Apison tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Apison water systems include: lithium, PFBA, PFTrDA. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Apison get its drinking water?
Apison receives water from one public water system, including EASTSIDE UTILITY DISTRICT.
Do I need a water filter in Apison?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in Apison. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is Apison tap water tested?
Public water systems in Apison are required by the EPA to test for regulated contaminants on schedules ranging from daily (for microbials and disinfectants) to annual or triennial (for many chemical contaminants). Results are published in annual Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs). The data on this page reflects the most recent available EPA monitoring results, with the latest sample date of 2024-06-12.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Apison
- 37302 - Apison tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving Apison, TN
Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.
- EASTSIDE UTILITY DISTRICTLooks OK
Also covers / overlaps with
- Collegedale, TN
- District 7, TN · Township
- District 9, TN · Township