Georgia · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Macon County, GA
4 community water systems serving Macon County reported 0 lead and 596 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 7 of unknown material. The most are in Montezuma.
21% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Georgia average (1.4%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 21%
- Unknown 0.2%
- Non-lead 79%
Water systems serving Macon County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MontezumaMontezuma | 0 | 516 | 7 | 30% |
| IdealIdeal | 0 | 80 | 0 | 46% |
| OglethorpeOglethorpe | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| MarshallvilleMarshallville | 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 Macon County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Macon County reported 0 lead and 596 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 7 of unknown material.
Which Macon County water systems have the most lead lines?
Montezuma (516), Ideal (80).
How do I check my home in Macon 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.