Alabama · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Fayette County, AL
4 community water systems serving Fayette County reported 0 lead and 413 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 9 of unknown material. The most are in Fayette Water Works Board.
5.5% 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 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 5.5%
- Unknown 0.1%
- Non-lead 94%
Water systems serving Fayette County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fayette Water Works BoardFayette | 0 | 381 | 9 | 12% |
| Glen Allen Water DepartmentGlen Allen | 0 | 26 | 0 | 4.7% |
| Town of BerryBerry | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0.3% |
| Fayette Co., Water Coord. & F. P. A.Fayette | 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 Fayette County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Fayette County reported 0 lead and 413 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 9 of unknown material.
Which Fayette County water systems have the most lead lines?
Fayette Water Works Board (381), Glen Allen Water Department (26), Town of Berry (6).
How do I check my home in Fayette 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.