Alabama · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Lowndes County, AL
6 community water systems serving Lowndes County reported 0 lead and 64 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 62 of unknown material. The most are in Water Works & Sewer Board of the Town of Fort Deposit.
1.6% 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) 1.6%
- Unknown 1.6%
- Non-lead 97%
Water systems serving Lowndes County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water Works & Sewer Board of the Town of Fort DepositFort Deposit | 0 | 44 | 0 | 7.1% |
| Town of HaynevilleHayneville | 0 | 19 | 49 | 2.8% |
| Lowndes County Water SystemHayneville | 0 | 1 | 0 | <0.1% |
| Mosses Water & Fire Pro AuthorityHayneville | 0 | 0 | 13 | 0% |
| White Hall Water BoardWhite Hall | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Town of LowndesboroLowndesboro | 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 Lowndes County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Lowndes County reported 0 lead and 64 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 62 of unknown material.
Which Lowndes County water systems have the most lead lines?
Water Works & Sewer Board of the Town of Fort Deposit (44), Town of Hayneville (19), Lowndes County Water System (1).
How do I check my home in Lowndes 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.