Kentucky · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Floyd County, KY
4 community water systems serving Floyd County reported 0 lead and 65 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 5,289 of unknown material. The most are in Francis Water Company.
0.4% 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) 0.4%
- Unknown 32%
- Non-lead 68%
Water systems serving Floyd County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francis Water CompanyFloyd County | 0 | 41 | 8 | 17% |
| Prestonsburg City UtilitiesFloyd County | 0 | 24 | 5,281 | 0.2% |
| Southern Water & Sewer DistrictFloyd County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Martin Water DepartmentFloyd 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 Floyd County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Floyd County reported 0 lead and 65 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 5,289 of unknown material.
Which Floyd County water systems have the most lead lines?
Francis Water Company (41), Prestonsburg City Utilities (24).
How do I check my home in Floyd 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.