Tennessee · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Cheatham County, TN
4 community water systems serving Cheatham County reported 5 lead and 281 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 11 of unknown material. The most are in Ashland City Water Department.
2.3% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, about the same as the Tennessee average (2.2%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.3%
- Unknown <0.1%
- Non-lead 98%
Water systems serving Cheatham County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashland City Water DepartmentAshland City | 5 | 280 | 11 | 32% |
| River Road Utility DistrictAshland City | 0 | 1 | 0 | <0.1% |
| Pleasant View Utility DistrictPleasant View | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Second South Cheatham U.D.Kingston Springs | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Systems that also serve other counties are counted in full. Your water bill names your utility.
What to do if your line is lead or unknown
- Check the pipe where water enters your home.
- Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for lead for drinking and cooking.
- Test your water, often free through the utility.
- Ask your utility about free or discounted replacement; most lines must be replaced by December 31, 2037.
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Questions
Does Cheatham County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Cheatham County reported 5 lead and 281 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 11 of unknown material.
Which Cheatham County water systems have the most lead lines?
Ashland City Water Department (285), River Road Utility District (1).
How do I check my home in Cheatham County?
Find the water system named on your water bill in the table above, open its page and use its address-level inventory. You can also scratch-test the pipe where it enters your home.