Georgia · 1 community water system
Lead pipes in Dade County, GA
1 community water system serving Dade County reported 4 lead and 59 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 3,577 of unknown material. The most are in Dade County Water Authority.
0.7% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Georgia average (1.4%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.7%
- Unknown 42%
- Non-lead 57%
Water systems serving Dade County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dade County Water AuthorityTrenton | 4 | 59 | 3,577 | 0.7% |
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 Dade County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Dade County reported 4 lead and 59 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 3,577 of unknown material.
Which Dade County water systems have the most lead lines?
Dade County Water Authority (63).
How do I check my home in Dade 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.