Georgia · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Pierce County, GA
3 community water systems serving Pierce County reported 0 lead and 368 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 456 of unknown material. The most are in Blackshear.
14% 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) 14%
- Unknown 17%
- Non-lead 68%
Water systems serving Pierce County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BlackshearBlackshear | 0 | 368 | 1 | 17% |
| Oak Ridge Est/Hacklebarney S/DPierce County | 0 | 0 | 266 | 0% |
| Okefenokee Golf Club S/DBlackshear | 0 | 0 | 189 | 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 Pierce County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Pierce County reported 0 lead and 368 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 456 of unknown material.
Which Pierce County water systems have the most lead lines?
Blackshear (368).
How do I check my home in Pierce 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.