Tennessee · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Davidson County, TN
3 community water systems serving Davidson County reported 2,818 lead and 21,855 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 76,180 of unknown material. The most are in Metro Water Services.
9.5% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Tennessee average (2.2%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 1.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 8.4%
- Unknown 29%
- Non-lead 61%
Water systems serving Davidson County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metro Water ServicesNashville | 2,818 | 21,855 | 76,180 | 11% |
| Madison Suburban U.D.Madison | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Harpeth Valley U.D.Nashville | 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 Davidson County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Davidson County reported 2,818 lead and 21,855 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 76,180 of unknown material.
Which Davidson County water systems have the most lead lines?
Metro Water Services (24,673).
How do I check my home in Davidson 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.