California · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in San Benito County, CA
5 community water systems serving San Benito County reported 0 lead and 31 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 5 of unknown material. The most are in Tres Pinos CWD.
0.2% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the California average (0.1%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.2%
- Unknown <0.1%
- Non-lead 100%
Water systems serving San Benito County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tres Pinos CWDSan Benito County | 0 | 31 | 5 | 27% |
| City of HollisterHollister | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Sunnyslope County Water DistSan Benito County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Aromas Water DistrictSan Benito County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| City of San Juan BautistaSan Juan Bautista | 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 San Benito County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving San Benito County reported 0 lead and 31 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 5 of unknown material.
Which San Benito County water systems have the most lead lines?
Tres Pinos CWD (31).
How do I check my home in San Benito 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.