Kentucky · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Laurel County, KY
5 community water systems serving Laurel County reported 0 lead and 132 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 11,928 of unknown material. The most are in London Utility Commission.
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 40%
- Non-lead 60%
Water systems serving Laurel County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Utility CommissionLaurel County | 0 | 132 | 0 | 2.8% |
| Wood Creek Water DistrictLaurel County | 0 | 0 | 4,393 | 0% |
| East Laurel Water DistrictLaurel County | 0 | 0 | 3,409 | 0% |
| West Laurel Water Assoc INCLaurel County | 0 | 0 | 2,601 | 0% |
| Laurel Co Water District #2Laurel County | 0 | 0 | 1,525 | 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 Laurel County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Laurel County reported 0 lead and 132 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 11,928 of unknown material.
Which Laurel County water systems have the most lead lines?
London Utility Commission (132).
How do I check my home in Laurel 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.