Kentucky · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Bracken County, KY
3 community water systems serving Bracken County reported 1 lead and 102 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 340 of unknown material. The most are in Augusta Regional WTP.
2.7% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Kentucky average (1.5%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.7%
- Unknown 8.9%
- Non-lead 88%
Water systems serving Bracken County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Augusta Regional WTPBracken County | 1 | 52 | 340 | 8.6% |
| Brooksville UtilityBracken County | 0 | 50 | 0 | 15% |
| Bracken County Water DistrictBracken 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 Bracken County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Bracken County reported 1 lead and 102 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 340 of unknown material.
Which Bracken County water systems have the most lead lines?
Augusta Regional WTP (53), Brooksville Utility (50).
How do I check my home in Bracken 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.