Georgia · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Washington County, GA
5 community water systems serving Washington County reported 0 lead and 449 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 484 of unknown material. The most are in Tennille.
10% 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) 10%
- Unknown 11%
- Non-lead 79%
Water systems serving Washington County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TennilleWashington County | 0 | 443 | 61 | 50% |
| SandersvilleSandersville | 0 | 5 | 420 | 0.2% |
| DavisboroDavisboro | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.5% |
| HarrisonHarrison | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Warthen Water AssociationWarthen | 0 | 0 | 1 | 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 Washington County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Washington County reported 0 lead and 449 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 484 of unknown material.
Which Washington County water systems have the most lead lines?
Tennille (443), Sandersville (5), Davisboro (1).
How do I check my home in Washington 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.