Georgia · 7 community water systems
Lead pipes in Thomas County, GA
7 community water systems serving Thomas County reported 0 lead and 778 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 40 of unknown material. The most are in Meigs.
5.3% 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) 5.3%
- Unknown 0.3%
- Non-lead 94%
Water systems serving Thomas County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MeigsMeigs | 0 | 297 | 0 | 60% |
| BostonBoston | 0 | 210 | 0 | 38% |
| PavoPavo | 0 | 132 | 10 | 36% |
| CoolidgeCoolidge | 0 | 90 | 0 | 32% |
| OchlockneeOchlocknee | 0 | 49 | 3 | 15% |
| Pine Grove Mhp/Whippoorwill S/DThomas County | 0 | 0 | 27 | 0% |
| ThomasvilleThomasville | 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 Thomas County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Thomas County reported 0 lead and 778 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 40 of unknown material.
Which Thomas County water systems have the most lead lines?
Meigs (297), Boston (210), Pavo (132).
How do I check my home in Thomas 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.