MURFREESBORO WATER DEPARTMENT Lead Service Line Inventory
What You Need to Know
Murfreesboro Water Department serves approximately 111,365 people in Tennessee. The utility draws water from surface sources—rivers, lakes, or reservoirs rather than groundwater.
As of now, the utility has not yet published a publicly available lead service line inventory. This doesn't necessarily mean lead service lines don't exist in the system; it means the data hasn't been compiled or made accessible online yet.
Why This Matters
Lead service lines—the pipes that connect the water main in the street to your home—are a direct path for lead to enter your drinking water, especially in older homes. The EPA requires all water utilities to locate and inventory these lines and develop replacement plans. Murfreesboro is still in the process of meeting these requirements.
What's Missing
We don't yet have confirmed numbers on:
- How many lead service lines exist in the system
- How many are galvanized (which can also leach lead under certain conditions)
- How many lines have been identified as non-lead
- Whether the utility has received funding for replacements under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
What You Can Do Right Now
Contact your utility directly. They can tell you:
- Whether your specific address has a lead service line
- What testing or replacement options are available to you
- The current timeline for their inventory work
Even if your home has a lead service line, water treatment and simple precautions (like flushing taps before drinking) reduce risk significantly. If you have young children or are pregnant, talk to your pediatrician or doctor about next steps.
Next Steps for Residents
- Call or visit the Murfreesboro Water Department website to ask about your address and any available replacement programs.
- Request their lead service line inventory status and timeline for completion.
- Have your water tested if you're concerned; many utilities offer free lead tests.
- Review CDC guidance on reducing lead exposure at home while you wait for replacement.
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does Murfreesboro have lead in the water?
Lead service lines may exist in the system, but Murfreesboro hasn't yet published a complete inventory. Contact the utility to ask about your specific address.
How do I find out if my house has a lead service line?
Call Murfreesboro Water Department directly with your address. They can check their records or send someone to inspect the line where it enters your home.
Is it safe to drink the water now?
Public water systems treat water to control lead. However, if you have a lead service line, the risk is higher. Flushing taps before drinking and having water tested can help identify risk at your home.
When will Murfreesboro finish their lead inventory?
The utility hasn't published a timeline yet. Contact them directly to ask about their inventory progress and replacement plan schedule.