Georgia · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Worth County, GA
5 community water systems serving Worth County reported 0 lead and 431 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,830 of unknown material. The most are in Poulan.
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 67%
- Non-lead 23%
Water systems serving Worth County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PoulanPoulan | 0 | 301 | 0 | 69% |
| WarwickWarwick | 0 | 118 | 1 | 61% |
| SumnerSumner | 0 | 12 | 18 | 4.8% |
| SylvesterSylvester | 0 | 0 | 2,746 | 0% |
| Pleasant Hills MHPSylvester | 0 | 0 | 65 | 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 Worth County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Worth County reported 0 lead and 431 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,830 of unknown material.
Which Worth County water systems have the most lead lines?
Poulan (301), Warwick (118), Sumner (12).
How do I check my home in Worth 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.