Alabama · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Marengo County, AL
5 community water systems serving Marengo County reported 0 lead and 59 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 669 of unknown material. The most are in Utilities Board of the City of Linden.
0.9% 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) 0.9%
- Unknown 10%
- Non-lead 89%
Water systems serving Marengo County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utilities Board of the City of LindenLinden | 0 | 49 | 4 | 2.2% |
| Thomaston Water Works & Gas BoardThomaston | 0 | 10 | 0 | 2.9% |
| Demopolis Water Works and Sewer BoardDemopolis | 0 | 0 | 665 | 0% |
| South Marengo Co Water & Fire Pro AuthLinden | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Myrtlewood Water SystemMyrtlewood | 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 Marengo County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Marengo County reported 0 lead and 59 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 669 of unknown material.
Which Marengo County water systems have the most lead lines?
Utilities Board of the City of Linden (49), Thomaston Water Works & Gas Board (10).
How do I check my home in Marengo 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.