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Official Status: March 2026

Is Morristown tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Morristown scores 95/100.

Safety Score
95
out of 100

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Morristown

Tennessee

View Tennessee state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Morristown tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Morristown scores 95/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 2 local systems in Morristown. We found 226 total violations (14 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 04:30 AM
0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Morristown.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Morristown?

Requirement Status
Optional
🟢
💡

Expert Advice

Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.

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Baby Formula Safety

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Homebuyer's Perspective

Water quality is easy to overlook when evaluating a move to Morristown, but it can affect plumbing longevity and appliance lifespan. The high safety score (95/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

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.

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Compliance Record for Morristown

226
Violations (5yr)
14
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Morristown.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Morristown tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Morristown scores 95/100.

How many water systems serve Morristown?

Morristown is served by 2 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Morristown?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Morristown.

What is the water quality score for Morristown?

The water quality score for Morristown is 95 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 2 systems serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in Morristown?

The top contaminants detected in Morristown include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
95/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
2
Population
45,654

Morristown Water Quality Summary

Morristown, TN receives a water quality score of 95/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.

Morristown'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.

Morristown's score of 95 is 12 points above the Tennessee state average of 83, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

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 →

Key Contaminants

Lead (90th percentile)
0.001 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Morristown (2)

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