California · 8 community water systems
Lead pipes in Plumas County, CA
8 community water systems serving Plumas County reported 0 lead and 201 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 438 of unknown material. The most are in Chester Public U.D..
3.6% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the California average (0.1%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 3.6%
- Unknown 7.8%
- Non-lead 89%
Water systems serving Plumas County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chester Public U.D.Plumas County | 0 | 201 | 0 | 16% |
| Grizzly Lake Csd-DellekerPlumas County | 0 | 0 | 284 | 0% |
| Grizzly Lake Csd-Crocker/WelchPlumas County | 0 | 0 | 153 | 0% |
| Frccsd Hot SpringsPlumas County | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| American Valley CSDPlumas County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| City of PortolaPortola | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Hamilton Branch CSDPlumas County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| West Almanor M.W.C.Plumas County | 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 Plumas County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Plumas County reported 0 lead and 201 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 438 of unknown material.
Which Plumas County water systems have the most lead lines?
Chester Public U.D. (201).
How do I check my home in Plumas 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.