Georgia · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Polk County, GA
3 community water systems serving Polk County reported 0 lead and 380 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 5,581 of unknown material. The most are in Rockmart.
2.3% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Georgia average (1.4%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.3%
- Unknown 34%
- Non-lead 64%
Water systems serving Polk County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RockmartRockmart | 0 | 380 | 1,555 | 14% |
| CedartownPolk County | 0 | 0 | 4,026 | 0% |
| Polk County Water AuthorityCedartown | 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 Polk County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Polk County reported 0 lead and 380 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 5,581 of unknown material.
Which Polk County water systems have the most lead lines?
Rockmart (380).
How do I check my home in Polk 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.