Alabama · 8 community water systems
Lead pipes in Tallapoosa County, AL
8 community water systems serving Tallapoosa County reported 1 lead and 1,142 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 111 of unknown material. The most are in City of Alexander City.
5.2% 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 <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 5.2%
- Unknown 0.5%
- Non-lead 94%
Water systems serving Tallapoosa County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Alexander CityAlexander City | 0 | 1,141 | 96 | 11% |
| Jacksons Gap Water AuthorityJacksons Gap | 1 | 1 | 2 | <0.1% |
| Town of Daviston Water SystemDaviston | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0% |
| Wall Street Water AuthorityTallapoosa County | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Walnut Hill Water AuthorityDadeville | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Dadeville Water and Gas BoardDadeville | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| New Site Water SystemNewsite | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| East Tallapoosa Water & Sewer BoardCamp Hill | 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 Tallapoosa County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Tallapoosa County reported 1 lead and 1,142 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 111 of unknown material.
Which Tallapoosa County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Alexander City (1,141), Jacksons Gap Water Authority (2).
How do I check my home in Tallapoosa 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.