Tap Water Quality in Memphis, TN
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Memphis Drinking Water Overview
Population: ~635,000 | Source: Memphis Sand Aquifer
Memphis is blessed with what many consider the best natural drinking water of any major US city. The Memphis Sand Aquifer, a massive underground reservoir, provides naturally filtered water that requires minimal treatment. Protecting this aquifer from surface contamination is a top priority, as the clay layer that shields it is not uniformly thick across the metro area.
Common water quality concerns in Memphis
Naturally occurring iron
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PFAS near military sites
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Aquifer protection from surface contamination
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What's in your Memphis water report
Contaminant levels
Every detected contaminant in your Memphis water system, compared to EPA limits and health guidelines.
Violation history
All EPA violations on record for water systems serving Memphis, including health-based and monitoring violations.
Water quality grade
An A through F grade based on violation history, contaminant levels, and health guideline comparisons.
Filter recommendations
Which type of water filter will actually remove the contaminants found in your specific water system.
Water quality in nearby cities
Other cities in Tennessee
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