Alabama · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Limestone County, AL
4 community water systems serving Limestone County reported 0 lead and 510 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 7,403 of unknown material. The most are in Athens Utilities.
1.1% 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) 1.1%
- Unknown 16%
- Non-lead 83%
Water systems serving Limestone County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athens UtilitiesAthens | 0 | 510 | 1,908 | 3.8% |
| Limestone County Water & Sewer Auth.Athens | 0 | 0 | 5,494 | 0% |
| Swan Creek CommunityTanner | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Ardmore Water SystemArdmore | 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 Limestone County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Limestone County reported 0 lead and 510 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 7,403 of unknown material.
Which Limestone County water systems have the most lead lines?
Athens Utilities (510).
How do I check my home in Limestone 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.