Is Dyersburg, TN Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Dyersburg, 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 Dyersburg Get Its Water?
Water in Dyersburg, TN is provided by 6 public water systems: DYERSBURG WATER DEPT, DYERSBURG SUB CONS U D, NORTHWEST DYERSBURG U D, COUNTY WIDE UTILITY DISTRICT, HALLS WATER SYSTEM and NEWBERN WATER DEPT.
How Is Dyersburg Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine and chloramines. Treatment includes air stripping, conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration), groundwater disinfection and in-line filtration.
What's in Dyersburg Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Dyersburg 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 |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.007 µg/L | 1 ZIP | Within guideline |
| 8:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 6:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFBA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Dyersburg
Current EPA monitoring data for Dyersburg 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 Dyersburg Tap Water
Is Dyersburg tap water safe to drink?
Dyersburg 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 Dyersburg tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Dyersburg water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, 8:2 FTS. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Dyersburg get its drinking water?
Dyersburg receives water from 6 public water systems, including DYERSBURG WATER DEPT.
Do I need a water filter in Dyersburg?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in Dyersburg. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is Dyersburg tap water tested?
Public water systems in Dyersburg 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 2025-09-22.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Dyersburg
- 38024 - Dyersburg tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving Dyersburg, 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.
- DYERSBURG SUB CONS U DLooks OK
- DYERSBURG WATER DEPTLooks OK
- NORTHWEST DYERSBURG U DLooks OK
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