Alabama · 7 community water systems
Lead pipes in Marion County, AL
7 community water systems serving Marion County reported 0 lead and 535 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 110 of unknown material. The most are in Hamilton Water & Wastewater Department.
4.4% 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) 4.4%
- Unknown 0.9%
- Non-lead 95%
Water systems serving Marion County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Water & Wastewater DepartmentHamilton | 0 | 267 | 0 | 6.4% |
| Winfield Water Works & Sewer BoardWinfield | 0 | 263 | 0 | 7.6% |
| Marion County Public Water AuthorityGuin | 0 | 5 | 2 | 0.4% |
| Guin Water & Sewer BoardGuin | 0 | 0 | 90 | 0% |
| Bear Creek Water WorksMarion County | 0 | 0 | 18 | 0% |
| Hackleburg, Water & Sewer BoardHackleburg | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities Board of the Town of BrilliantBrilliant | 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 Marion County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Marion County reported 0 lead and 535 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 110 of unknown material.
Which Marion County water systems have the most lead lines?
Hamilton Water & Wastewater Department (267), Winfield Water Works & Sewer Board (263), Marion County Public Water Authority (5).
How do I check my home in Marion 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.