Alabama · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Choctaw County, AL
4 community water systems serving Choctaw County reported 0 lead and 5 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 45 of unknown material. The most are in Utilities Board of Pennington.
<0.1% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Alabama average (3.0%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) <0.1%
- Unknown 0.7%
- Non-lead 99%
Water systems serving Choctaw County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utilities Board of PenningtonPennington | 0 | 4 | 21 | 1.0% |
| Butler Water SystemButler | 0 | 1 | 23 | <0.1% |
| Utilities Board of Town of GilbertownGilbertown | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| North Choctaw Water & Sewer AuthorityLisman | 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 Choctaw County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Choctaw County reported 0 lead and 5 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 45 of unknown material.
Which Choctaw County water systems have the most lead lines?
Utilities Board of Pennington (4), Butler Water System (1).
How do I check my home in Choctaw 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.