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Official Status: March 2026

Is Lebanon tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
B

Mostly yes — Lebanon scores 80/100.

Safety Score
80
out of 100

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Lebanon

Tennessee

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Is Lebanon tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Lebanon scores 80/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 4 local systems in Lebanon. We found 118 total violations (35 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 11:45 AM
0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Lebanon.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Lebanon?

Requirement Status
Recommended
🟡
💡

Expert Advice

Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.

Buying a Filter?

Evaluation of municipal compliance and household filtration options in Lebanon.

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Baby Formula Safety

EPA compliance thresholds and pediatric water precautions for Lebanon.

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Homebuyer's Perspective

Water system history in Lebanon informs property maintenance and private filtration requirements. The high safety score (80/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.

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Compliance Record for Lebanon

118
Violations (5yr)
35
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Lebanon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lebanon tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Lebanon scores 80/100.

How many water systems serve Lebanon?

Lebanon is served by 4 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Lebanon?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Lebanon.

What is the water quality score for Lebanon?

The water quality score for Lebanon is 80 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 4 systems serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in Lebanon?

The top contaminants detected in Lebanon include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
80/100
Grade
B
Water Systems
4
Population
100,834

Lebanon Water Quality Summary

Lebanon, TN receives a water quality score of 80/100 (Grade B) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 4 public water systems serving the area.

Lebanon's water quality is above the national average, with strong compliance records and low contaminant levels. Residents generally receive clean, safe tap water that meets EPA standards.

Lebanon's score of 80 is 3 points below the Tennessee state average of 83, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

For households moving to Lebanon, Tennessee, the local tap water delivers a reassuring standard of quality, carrying a solid and respectable overall rating. Water distribution across this mid-size city is divided among a handful of distinct public systems, meaning water characteristics can vary slightly depending on one's exact location. This infrastructure operates within a Southeastern landscape that transitions from busy urban centers to rural Appalachian foothills, representing a typical regional environment where water systems perform reasonably well.

Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Tennessee water quality rankings report →

Key Contaminants

Lead (90th percentile)
0.001 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Lebanon (4)

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