Milcrofton Utility District

Is my municipal water safe? Yes, our water meets all EPA health standards. We have conducted extensive testing for over 57 potential contaminants that could be present in tap water. The EPA and State require regular testing and reporting to ensure safety and quality standards are maintained. As shown in our reports, we continuously work to improve water quality because our families drink it too.

What is the source of my water? Our water is surface water purchased from Harpeth Valley Utilities Region. We prioritize protecting our water from contaminants and work with the State to assess vulnerability of our water sources to potential contamination. The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has prepared a Source Water Assessment Program (SWAP) Report for untreated water sources serving this system.

The SWAP Report evaluates the susceptibility of untreated water sources to potential contamination. To ensure safe water, all public systems treat and routinely test their water. Sources are rated as reasonably susceptible, moderately susceptible or slightly susceptible based on geological factors and human activities near the water source. Milcrofton Utility District sources are rated as reasonably susceptible to potential contamination.

For Tennessee's Source Water Assessment Program details, summaries, susceptibility scorings and the TDEC report to EPA, visit https://www.tn.gov/environment/program-areas/wr-waterresources/water-quality/source-water-assessment.html or contact TDEC at 1-888-891-8332 for specific assessments.

Why are there contaminants in my water? All municipal water, including bottled water, may reasonably contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants doesn't necessarily indicate a health risk. For more information about contaminants and potential health effects, call the Environmental Protection Agency's Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791).

Este informe contiene información muy importante. Tradúscalo o hable con alguien que lo entienda bien. For more information about your water, please call Mike Jones at (615) 794-5947.

How can I get involved? Our Water Board meets on the last Wednesday of each month at 9:00 a.m. at the utility office. Meetings are open to the public. To address the Board, you must request a place on the meeting agenda. Milcrofton Utility District Commissioners serve four-year terms. Board vacancies are filled by the Williamson County Mayor's appointment from three nominees certified by the Board of Commissioners.

Board decisions regarding customer complaints filed under the District's complaint policy may be reviewed by the Utility Management Review Board of the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation under Section 7-82-702(7) of Tennessee Code Annotated.

Water Source Information: Municipal water sources (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels over land or underground, it dissolves naturally-occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances from animal or human activity.

Potential contaminants in source water include:

• Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife.
• Inorganic contaminants, like salts and metals, which can be naturally-occurring or result from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining, or farming.
• Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses.
• Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organics, which are byproducts of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems.
• Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally-occurring or result from oil and gas production and mining activities.

To ensure tap water safety, EPA and the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation set regulations limiting certain contaminants in public water systems. Milcrofton Utility District's systems are designed to reduce such substances to levels well below health concerns. FDA regulations establish similar limits for contaminants in bottled water to provide the same public health protection.

Special Precautions: Some individuals may be more vulnerable to water contaminants than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, organ transplant recipients, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These individuals should seek advice from healthcare providers about not just drinking water, but food preparation, personal hygiene, and precautions regarding infant and pet care. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to reduce infection risk from Cryptosporidium and other microbiological contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791).

Lead in Drinking Water: If present, elevated lead levels can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in water primarily comes from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. Milcrofton Utility District is responsible for providing high quality water but cannot control the materials used in plumbing components. When water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If concerned about lead in your water, consider having it tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and exposure reduction steps is available through the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://www.epa.gov/safewater/lead

Water System Security: Following September 2001, we understand customer concerns about water safety. Please report any suspicious activities at utility facilities, including treatment plants, pumping stations, tanks, fire hydrants, etc. to (615) 794-5947.

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