Cleveland
Is Cleveland tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Cleveland scores 94/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Cleveland. We found 18 total violations (5 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
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Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Cleveland?
Expert Advice
Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.
Buying a Filter?
Evaluation of municipal compliance and household filtration options in Cleveland.
Baby Formula Safety
EPA compliance thresholds and pediatric water precautions for Cleveland.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Water system history in Cleveland informs property maintenance and private filtration requirements. The high safety score (94/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.
Health & Family Safety
Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Cleveland
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Cleveland.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cleveland tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Cleveland scores 94/100.
How many water systems serve Cleveland?
Cleveland is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Cleveland?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Cleveland.
What is the water quality score for Cleveland?
The water quality score for Cleveland is 94 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 1 system serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Cleveland?
The top contaminants detected in Cleveland include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Cleveland Water Quality Summary
Cleveland, TN receives a water quality score of 94/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.
Cleveland's water quality is above the national average, with strong compliance records and low contaminant levels. Residents generally receive clean, safe tap water that meets EPA standards.
Cleveland's score of 94 is 11 points above the Tennessee state average of 83, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.
The municipal water supply serving this mid-size Tennessee city delivers highly rated tap water, offering reassurance to families and prospective homebuyers looking to settle in the region. Nestled in a Southeast landscape that transitions from urban centers to rural Appalachian foothills, Cleveland maintains excellent quality control over its domestic water source. For local households, these high safety standards translate to regulatory reliability for daily drinking, cooking, and household needs.
Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Tennessee water quality rankings report →
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