Georgia · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Bartow County, GA
5 community water systems serving Bartow County reported 0 lead and 974 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 14,284 of unknown material. The most are in Cartersville.
2.3% 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) 2.3%
- Unknown 34%
- Non-lead 64%
Water systems serving Bartow County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CartersvilleCartersville | 0 | 634 | 3,479 | 5.0% |
| AdairsvilleAdairsville | 0 | 340 | 8 | 9.9% |
| Bartow CountyCartersville | 0 | 0 | 10,428 | 0% |
| KingstonKingston | 0 | 0 | 369 | 0% |
| EmersonEmerson | 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 Bartow County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Bartow County reported 0 lead and 974 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 14,284 of unknown material.
Which Bartow County water systems have the most lead lines?
Cartersville (634), Adairsville (340).
How do I check my home in Bartow 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.