Georgia · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Wayne County, GA
5 community water systems serving Wayne County reported 0 lead and 1,682 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,146 of unknown material. The most are in Jesup Water System.
39% 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) 39%
- Unknown 26%
- Non-lead 35%
Water systems serving Wayne County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jesup Water SystemJesup | 0 | 1,682 | 799 | 47% |
| Spring Grove Acres SubdivisionWayne County | 0 | 0 | 138 | 0% |
| Riverside Acres MHPWayne County | 0 | 0 | 122 | 0% |
| Quail Run Mobile Home ParkWayne County | 0 | 0 | 87 | 0% |
| ScrevenWayne County | 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 Wayne County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Wayne County reported 0 lead and 1,682 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,146 of unknown material.
Which Wayne County water systems have the most lead lines?
Jesup Water System (1,682).
How do I check my home in Wayne 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.