Tap water can turn brown due to several common municipal infrastructure events or private plumbing failures. The most frequent cause is oxidized iron rust and mineral sediment dislodging from aging municipal water mains during neighborhood fire hydrant flushing or main breaks. If your neighbors have clear water, the discoloration originates inside your own home: aging galvanized steel supply pipes shedding rust, heavy sediment accumulating at the bottom of a failing water heater tank, or recent plumbing repairs stirring up loose pipe scale. Verification: Compare your water color with adjacent neighbors to identify whether the issue is municipal or private.
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