Kentucky · 2 community water systems
Lead pipes in Harrison County, KY
2 community water systems serving Harrison County reported 8 lead and 260 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 609 of unknown material. The most are in Cynthiana Municipal Water Works.
2.8% 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 6.3%
- Non-lead 91%
Water systems serving Harrison County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cynthiana Municipal Water WorksHarrison County | 8 | 260 | 609 | 9.1% |
| Harrison Co Water AssociationHarrison 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 Harrison County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Harrison County reported 8 lead and 260 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 609 of unknown material.
Which Harrison County water systems have the most lead lines?
Cynthiana Municipal Water Works (268).
How do I check my home in Harrison 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.