Georgia · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Barrow County, GA
4 community water systems serving Barrow County reported 0 lead and 867 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,204 of unknown material. The most are in Winder.
2.7% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Georgia average (1.4%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.7%
- Unknown 3.8%
- Non-lead 93%
Water systems serving Barrow County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WinderWinder | 0 | 867 | 3 | 4.8% |
| StathamStatham | 0 | 0 | 1,201 | 0% |
| Barrow County Water SystemBarrow County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| AuburnAuburn | 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 Barrow County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Barrow County reported 0 lead and 867 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,204 of unknown material.
Which Barrow County water systems have the most lead lines?
Winder (867).
How do I check my home in Barrow 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.