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Multiple water main breaks leave several neighborhoods without water in Nashville
By Tony Garcia at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 14, 2026
· 1 min read
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Old Hickory and Hermitage communities in Nashville have been dealing with some water issues for the past 12 hours.Metro Water Services (MWS) reported ruptures on multiple water mains on Monday. 9:20 a.m. - Old Hickory - 1200 Springwood Drive4 p.m. - Hermitage - 1816 ...
Key takeaway (WSMV) - The Old Hickory and Hermitage communities in Nashville have been dealing with some water issues for the past 12 hours.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The water main breaks in Old Hickory and Hermitage have significant implications for daily life in these Nashville neighborhoods. Residents are not only dealing with the inconvenience of no water pressure, but also the uncertainty of when services will be restored. The depletion of the water tank in the Roxborough neighborhood raises concerns about the overall infrastructure and its ability to withstand disruptions. As crews work to repair the damage, the community will be watching to see how Metro Water Services responds to this crisis and prevents similar incidents in the future. The impact on local businesses, schools, and public safety will also be closely monitored. With multiple neighborhoods still affected, the restoration of water services is crucial to getting life back to normal in these areas. Councilwoman Erin Evans' involvement in reporting the issue and advocating for her constituents will be important in ensuring that the needs of the community are addressed.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Old Hickory and Hermitage communities in Nashville have been dealing with some water issues for the past 12 hours.Metro Water Services (MWS) reported ruptures on multiple water mains on Monday. 9:20 a.m. - Old Hickory - 1200 Springwood Drive4 p.m. - Hermitage - 1816 ...
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