Kentucky · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Bath County, KY
3 community water systems serving Bath County reported 2 lead and 0 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 0 of unknown material. The most are in Sharpsburg Water District.
<0.1% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Kentucky average (1.5%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 0%
- Unknown 0%
- Non-lead 100%
Water systems serving Bath County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpsburg Water DistrictBath County | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.1% |
| Bath County Water DistrictBath County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Owingsville Water WorksBath 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 Bath County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Bath County reported 2 lead and 0 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 0 of unknown material.
Which Bath County water systems have the most lead lines?
Sharpsburg Water District (2).
How do I check my home in Bath 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.