Georgia · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Franklin County, GA
5 community water systems serving Franklin County reported 0 lead and 146 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 3,412 of unknown material. The most are in Royston.
1.8% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, about the same as the Georgia average (1.4%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.8%
- Unknown 41%
- Non-lead 57%
Water systems serving Franklin County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RoystonRoyston | 0 | 146 | 903 | 9.5% |
| LavoniaLavonia | 0 | 0 | 2,503 | 0% |
| Carnesville Water SystemCarnesville | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0% |
| Franklin County Water SystemFranklin County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Canon Water SystemCanon | 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 Franklin County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Franklin County reported 0 lead and 146 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 3,412 of unknown material.
Which Franklin County water systems have the most lead lines?
Royston (146).
How do I check my home in Franklin 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.