Kentucky · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Breckinridge County, KY
3 community water systems serving Breckinridge County reported 0 lead and 82 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 859 of unknown material. The most are in Hardinsburg Ro WTP.
0.9% 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%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.9%
- Unknown 9.2%
- Non-lead 90%
Water systems serving Breckinridge County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardinsburg Ro WTPBreckinridge County | 0 | 77 | 0 | 1.0% |
| Cloverport Water & Sewer SystemBreckinridge County | 0 | 5 | 499 | 0.9% |
| Irvington Water SystemBreckinridge County | 0 | 0 | 360 | 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 Breckinridge County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Breckinridge County reported 0 lead and 82 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 859 of unknown material.
Which Breckinridge County water systems have the most lead lines?
Hardinsburg Ro WTP (77), Cloverport Water & Sewer System (5).
How do I check my home in Breckinridge 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.