Kentucky · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Carter County, KY
3 community water systems serving Carter County reported 3 lead and 20 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,986 of unknown material. The most are in Olive Hill Municipal Water Works.
0.2% 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) 0.2%
- Unknown 16%
- Non-lead 84%
Water systems serving Carter County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olive Hill Municipal Water WorksCarter County | 3 | 20 | 391 | 0.8% |
| Grayson Utility CommissionCarter County | 0 | 0 | 1,595 | 0% |
| Rattlesnake Ridge Water DistrictCarter 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 Carter County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Carter County reported 3 lead and 20 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,986 of unknown material.
Which Carter County water systems have the most lead lines?
Olive Hill Municipal Water Works (23).
How do I check my home in Carter 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.