EASTSIDE UTILITY DISTRICT Lead Service Line Inventory
About This Water System
EASTSIDE UTILITY DISTRICT serves approximately 59,612 people in Tennessee. The system draws from surface water sources.
Lead Service Line Status
As of now, EASTSIDE UTILITY DISTRICT has not published a publicly available lead service line inventory. This means we don't have verified counts of how many lead pipes are in the system—or whether any lead pipes exist in your neighborhood.
This is not unusual. Many water systems nationwide are still building their inventories, which federal law requires by 2026.
What You Can Do
Your water utility is the only source that knows your specific service line material. Even if their public inventory isn't complete, they may have records about your property.
Contact EASTSIDE UTILITY DISTRICT directly and ask:
- Is my service line lead, copper, or another material?
- If they don't know, ask if they can inspect it or send you historical records.
- Ask about their timeline for completing a full inventory.
What Happens Next
The EPA requires all water systems to: 1. Complete a full lead service line inventory by October 2026 2. Notify customers of findings 3. Create a replacement plan if lead lines are found
EASTSIDE UTILITY DISTRICT may receive federal funding under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to help pay for replacements. Check back with the utility about grants or replacement programs they may offer.
Protecting Your Family Now
If you're concerned about lead in your tap water, the simplest step is a water test. Your utility can tell you how to submit a sample, usually free or very cheap. A lab can tell you whether lead is present in your water right now—separate from whether your pipes are lead.
For health concerns, especially if you have young children, contact your doctor or the CDC's lead information line.
Next steps for residents
- Contact your utility to ask about your service line material
- Request a free or low-cost water test through EASTSIDE UTILITY DISTRICT
- Check back annually to see if the utility has published an updated inventory
- Talk to your doctor if you have health concerns about lead exposure
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
How do I know if I have a lead service line?
Contact your water utility directly—they may have records of your property. If not, you can hire a plumber to inspect the line where it enters your home. The only way to be certain is a visual inspection or a small sample test.
Is it safe to drink my tap water right now?
The best way to find out is a water test through your utility, usually free. Lead in pipes doesn't always mean lead in your water—it depends on your water chemistry, age of pipes, and how long water sits. A test gives you a definitive answer.
When will my water utility finish mapping lead pipes?
Federal law requires all water systems to complete their inventory by October 2026. Contact EASTSIDE UTILITY DISTRICT to ask about their specific timeline and progress.
What should I do if I find out I have a lead service line?
Replacement is the only permanent solution, but it's often expensive. Ask your utility if they offer grants, low-interest loans, or replacement programs—especially those funded by the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.