Webb Creek Utility District

 Water Quality Report for 2007

 

Is my drinking water safe?  

Yes, our water meets all of EPA’s health standards. We have conducted numerous tests for over 80 contaminants that may be in drinking water.  As you’ll see in the chart on the back, we only detected 10 of these contaminants.  We found all of these contaminants at safe levels.       

What is the source of my water?

 Your water, which is surface water, comes from the French Broad River, purchased through Newport Utilities Board. Our goal is to protect our water from contaminants and we are working with the State to determine the vulnerability of our water source to potential contamination.  The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has prepared a Source Water Assessment Program (SWAP) Report for the untreated water sources serving this water system.  The SWAP Report assesses the susceptibility of untreated water sources to potential contamination.  To ensure safe drinking water, all public water systems treat and routinely test their water.  Water sources have been rated as reasonably susceptible (high), moderately susceptible (moderate) or slightly susceptible (low) based on geologic factors and human activities in the vicinity of the water source.  The Webb Creek Utility District source rated as moderately susceptible to potential contamination.

An explanation of Tennessee’s Source Water Assessment Program, the Source Water Assessment summaries, susceptibility scorings and the overall TDEC report to EPA can be viewed online at www.state.tn.us/environment/dws/dwassess.shtml or you may contact the Water System to obtain copies of specific assessments.

Why are there contaminants in my water?

Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants.  Community water systems are required to disclose the detection of contaminants; however, bottled water companies are not required to comply with this regulation. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk.  More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791).                   

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For more information about your drinking water, please call James Sunstein at 430-3640.  

How can I get involved?

Our Water Board meets on the on the first Friday of each month at 10:00 a.m. at the district office, 3625 Lindsey Mill Rd., Gatlinburg.  Please feel free to participate in these meetings.

Is our water system meeting other rules that govern our operations?

 The State and EPA require us to test and report on our water on a regular basis to ensure its safety. We have met all of these requirements.  Results of unregulated contaminant analysis are available upon request.  We want you to know that we pay attention to all the rules.

Other Information

The Commissioners of Webb Creek Utility District serve four year terms.  Vacancies on the Board of Commissioners are filled by appointment by the Sevier County Mayor from a list of three nominees certified by the Board of Commissioners to the Sevier County Mayor to fill a vacancy.  Decisions by the Board of Commissioners on customer complaints brought before the Board of Commissioners under the District's customer complaint policy may be reviewed by the Utility Management Review Board of the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation pursuant to Section 7-82-702(7) of Tennessee Code Annotated.

Do I Need To Take Special Precautions?

Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population.  Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have under-gone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about not only their drinking water, but food preparation, personal hygiene, and precautions in handling infants and pets from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbiological contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791).

Water System Security

Following the events of September 2001, we realize that our customers are concerned about the security of their drinking water.  We urge the public to report any suspicious activities at any utility facilities, including treatment plants, pumping stations, tanks, fire hydrants, etc. to 430-3640.