Georgia · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Habersham County, GA
6 community water systems serving Habersham County reported 3 lead and 150 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,691 of unknown material. The most are in Cornelia.
1.0% 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) 0.9%
- Unknown 11%
- Non-lead 88%
Water systems serving Habersham County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CorneliaCornelia | 0 | 124 | 1,691 | 4.3% |
| DemorestDemorest | 1 | 26 | 0 | 0.4% |
| BaldwinBaldwin | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.1% |
| ClarkesvilleClarkesville | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| AltoAlto | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mount AiryMount Airy | 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 Habersham County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Habersham County reported 3 lead and 150 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,691 of unknown material.
Which Habersham County water systems have the most lead lines?
Cornelia (124), Demorest (27), Baldwin (2).
How do I check my home in Habersham 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.