Tennessee · 8 community water systems
Lead pipes in Putnam County, TN
8 community water systems serving Putnam County reported 0 lead and 12 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 7,780 of unknown material. The most are in Bangham Utility District.
<0.1% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Tennessee average (2.2%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) <0.1%
- Unknown 19%
- Non-lead 81%
Water systems serving Putnam County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangham Utility DistrictPutnam County | 0 | 7 | 84 | 0.2% |
| Old Gainesboro Road U.D.Putnam County | 0 | 5 | 680 | 0.2% |
| Cookeville Boat Dock RD U.D.Putnam County | 0 | 0 | 2,998 | 0% |
| Cookeville Water DeptCookeville | 0 | 0 | 2,009 | 0% |
| Baxter Water DepartmentBaxter | 0 | 0 | 1,325 | 0% |
| Double Springs U.D.Putnam County | 0 | 0 | 676 | 0% |
| Algood Water SystemPutnam County | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0% |
| Monterey Water DeptMonterey | 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 Putnam County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Putnam County reported 0 lead and 12 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 7,780 of unknown material.
Which Putnam County water systems have the most lead lines?
Bangham Utility District (7), Old Gainesboro Road U.D. (5).
How do I check my home in Putnam 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.