Georgia · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Stewart County, GA
5 community water systems serving Stewart County reported 0 lead and 702 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 3 of unknown material. The most are in Lumpkin.
45% 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) 45%
- Unknown 0.2%
- Non-lead 55%
Water systems serving Stewart County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LumpkinStewart County | 0 | 479 | 0 | 83% |
| RichlandRichland | 0 | 100 | 3 | 18% |
| Brooklyn Water SystemStewart County | 0 | 89 | 0 | 45% |
| Louvale CommunityLumpkin | 0 | 20 | 0 | 14% |
| City of OmahaLumpkin | 0 | 14 | 0 | 17% |
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 Stewart County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Stewart County reported 0 lead and 702 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 3 of unknown material.
Which Stewart County water systems have the most lead lines?
Lumpkin (479), Richland (100), Brooklyn Water System (89).
How do I check my home in Stewart 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.