Alabama · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Chambers County, AL
4 community water systems serving Chambers County reported 497 lead and 1,027 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,064 of unknown material. The most are in Lanett Water Works.
11% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Alabama average (3.0%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 3.7%
- Galvanized (replace) 7.7%
- Unknown 8.0%
- Non-lead 81%
Water systems serving Chambers County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lanett Water WorksLanett | 0 | 583 | 465 | 20% |
| East Alabama, Water & Fire Pro DistrictChambers County | 497 | 0 | 584 | 7.6% |
| Lafayette (City Of)Lafayette | 0 | 444 | 15 | 34% |
| Huguley Water AuthorityHuguley | 0 | 0 | 0 | 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 Chambers County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Chambers County reported 497 lead and 1,027 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,064 of unknown material.
Which Chambers County water systems have the most lead lines?
Lanett Water Works (583), East Alabama, Water & Fire Pro District (497), Lafayette (City Of) (444).
How do I check my home in Chambers County?
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.