06/04/2026
Nearly a decade of water tests across Johnson City, Kingsport, Bristol, and the surrounding communities reveals the same patterns over and over — and they are not random. They follow our region's geology, water sources, and infrastructure.
Johnson City's EWG data shows disinfection byproducts at 52 to 64 times above health guidelines. Hardness is the regional norm across all Tri-Cities municipal supplies. Well water in our area consistently shows iron, bacteria, sulfur, and nitrate concerns — with no regulatory oversight protecting homeowners who rely on private wells.
This blog post walks through what we actually find in northeast Tennessee homes — by water source, by city, and by the patterns that repeat. If you have wondered what is in your water, this is a good place to start. 👇