Tennessee · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Jefferson County, TN
5 community water systems serving Jefferson County reported 0 lead and 2,090 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 7,138 of unknown material. The most are in Jefferson City W&S Comm.
9.7% 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 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 9.7%
- Unknown 33%
- Non-lead 57%
Water systems serving Jefferson County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson City W&S CommJefferson City | 0 | 2,083 | 0 | 56% |
| White Pine Water SystemWhite Pine | 0 | 7 | 1,524 | 0.5% |
| Shady Grove Utility DistrictJefferson County | 0 | 0 | 5,549 | 0% |
| New Market Utility DistrictNew Market | 0 | 0 | 65 | 0% |
| Dandridge Water MGMT FacilityDandridge | 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 Jefferson County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Jefferson County reported 0 lead and 2,090 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 7,138 of unknown material.
Which Jefferson County water systems have the most lead lines?
Jefferson City W&S Comm (2,083), White Pine Water System (7).
How do I check my home in Jefferson 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.