Florida · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Hendry County, FL
4 community water systems serving Hendry County reported 0 lead and 133 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 124 of unknown material. The most are in City of Labelle.
1.1% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Florida average (0.6%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.1%
- Unknown 1.0%
- Non-lead 98%
Water systems serving Hendry County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of LabelleLabelle | 0 | 75 | 124 | 3.0% |
| City of ClewistonClewiston | 0 | 58 | 0 | 1.4% |
| Port LabellePort Labelle | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| South Shore Water Assn., INC.Clewiston | 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 Hendry County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Hendry County reported 0 lead and 133 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 124 of unknown material.
Which Hendry County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Labelle (75), City of Clewiston (58).
How do I check my home in Hendry 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.