Alaska · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Valdez-Cordova Census Area, AK
3 community water systems serving Valdez-Cordova Census Area reported 0 lead and 4 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 771 of unknown material. The most are in Cordova City Water.
0.2% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Alaska average (<0.1%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.2%
- Unknown 39%
- Non-lead 61%
Water systems serving Valdez-Cordova Census Area
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cordova City WaterCordova | 0 | 4 | 664 | 0.4% |
| Valdez Water System - MainValdez | 0 | 0 | 68 | 0% |
| Valdez SouthcentralValdez | 0 | 0 | 39 | 0% |
Systems that also serve other counties are counted in full. Your water bill names your utility.
What to do if your line is lead or unknown
- Check the pipe where water enters your home.
- Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for lead for drinking and cooking.
- Test your water, often free through the utility.
- Ask your utility about free or discounted replacement; most lines must be replaced by December 31, 2037.
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Questions
Does Valdez-Cordova Census Area have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Valdez-Cordova Census Area reported 0 lead and 4 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 771 of unknown material.
Which Valdez-Cordova Census Area water systems have the most lead lines?
Cordova City Water (4).
How do I check my home in Valdez-Cordova Census Area?
Find the water system named on your water bill in the table above, open its page and use its address-level inventory. You can also scratch-test the pipe where it enters your home.