Kentucky · 1 community water system
Lead pipes in Fayette County, KY
1 community water system serving Fayette County reported 28 lead and 39 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 69,237 of unknown material. The most are in Kentucky-American Water Co.
<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) <0.1%
- Unknown 51%
- Non-lead 49%
Water systems serving Fayette County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kentucky-American Water CoFayette County | 28 | 39 | 69,237 | <0.1% |
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 Fayette County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Fayette County reported 28 lead and 39 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 69,237 of unknown material.
Which Fayette County water systems have the most lead lines?
Kentucky-American Water Co (67).
How do I check my home in Fayette 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.