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Is Tap Water Safe to Drink in Nashville?
Yes, tap water in Nashville is safe to drink. It's sourced from the Cumberland River and treated by Metro Water Services to meet all EPA standards.
Hardness
Moderate
pH
7.2–7.8
TDS
ranges 100–180 ppm
EPA Status
Compliant
Soft
Moderate
Hard
Very Hard
Water Source
Metro Water Services draws from the Cumberland River, treating it at the Omohundro Water Treatment Plant before distribution across Davidson County.
EPA Compliance Status
Meets all federal Safe Drinking Water Act standards.
Notable Contaminants & Context
- •Occasional seasonal taste and odor from algae blooms in warmer months, addressed with additional treatment, not a health risk
- •No significant compliance concerns
How It Compares
River-sourced systems like Nashville's require more active seasonal management than reservoir-fed systems, but treatment consistently keeps finished water within EPA limits.
Tips
- •Metro Water Services publishes an annual consumer confidence report
- •Occasional mild taste/odor shifts in summer are a treatment nuance, not a safety concern
- •No need for bottled water around the city
Frequently Asked Questions
Sources & References
The safety rating and guidance on this page draw on the following sources. See our full methodology.
- •US EPA Safe Drinking Water Act regulations
- •EWG Tap Water Database
- •The utility's most recent Consumer Confidence Report (CCR)
- •WHO Guidelines for Drinking-water Quality